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YP12 ELX

2012 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

163,297 mi
Last recorded163,297 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP12 ELX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 163,297 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear arms both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and back (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 155,495 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and back (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 147,300 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and back (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2024 147,292 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and back (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 137,697 miles

Front Coil spring corroded o/s + n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s + n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Manufacturers sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components. Manufacturers body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded o/s + n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2023 137,629 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded o/s + n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s + n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Manufacturers sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components. Manufacturers body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded o/s + n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 129,175 miles

Manufacturers sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components Manufacturers body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Rack end

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 118,039 miles

Coil spring corroded all coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

manufacture under tray fitted

Pass 27 May 2020 110,721 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 104,492 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 94,781 miles

Emissions too clean to measure

undertrays and covers hiding some components

Pass 21 Dec 2017 84,705 miles

Emissions too clean to measure

undertrays and covers hiding some components

Fail 19 Dec 2017 84,700 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not fitted both lamps missing (1.1.C.1b)

Emissions too clean to measure

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

undertrays and covers hiding some components

Pass 5 May 2017 82,429 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 79,278 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 75,449 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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YP12 ELX is a 2012 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 68,870 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YP12 ELX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YP12 ELX registered?

YP12 ELX is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is YP12 ELX safe to buy?

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