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YR12 BVX

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

122,478 mi
Last recorded122,478 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 BVX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 122,478 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 116,035 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 107,943 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 105,190 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 105,190 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 99,742 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 88,924 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 88,924 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 70,060 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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YR12 BVX is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YR12 BVX, 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 YR12 BVX registered?

YR12 BVX is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is YR12 BVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR12 BVX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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