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YS12 LZB

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

105,055 mi
Last recorded105,055 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS12 LZB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 105,055 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 96,878 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 96,850 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 92,895 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 86,371 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Front and rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 79,462 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 78,023 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 72,705 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 65,803 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both @ 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 52,796 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 40,739 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 30,028 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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YS12 LZB is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YS12 LZB, 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 YS12 LZB registered?

YS12 LZB is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 9 July 2012.

Is YS12 LZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS12 LZB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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