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YP12 MTU

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,441 mi
Last recorded100,441 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP12 MTU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 100,441 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 98,917 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 98,917 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 91,487 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 83,554 miles

slight edge wear on front tyres

Fail 12 Sep 2022 83,554 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

slight edge wear on front tyres

Pass 4 Oct 2021 75,679 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 70,004 miles

wear inner edge rear tyres

wear outer edge n/side front tyre

Pass 5 Nov 2019 64,518 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 58,965 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 55,308 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 52,228 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2016 48,761 miles

engine cover fitted

items removed from drivers view prior to test

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2015 43,868 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 MTU is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MTU, 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

How do I check the history of YP12 MTU?

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What year was YP12 MTU registered?

YP12 MTU is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 3 May 2012.

Is YP12 MTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP12 MTU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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