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AF12 MYN

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

83,801 mi
Last recorded83,801 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 MYN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 83,801 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 81,144 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 77,589 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective moisture in lamp (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2023 71,586 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 60,753 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 53,436 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 50,236 miles

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

both front tyres slightly worn outer edge

Fail 16 Jul 2020 50,236 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

both front tyres slightly worn outer edge

Pass 19 Mar 2019 42,202 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 21 Mar 2018 38,133 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 33,656 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 26,516 miles

Front tyres wearing on outer edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55r16 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 17,715 miles

Small cut in Offside front tyre outer tread area to surface of cords but not required length for failure.

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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AF12 MYN is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AF12 MYN, 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 AF12 MYN?

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What year was AF12 MYN registered?

AF12 MYN is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is AF12 MYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 MYN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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