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AF12 UYV

2012 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

116,124 mi
Last recorded116,124 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 UYV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 116,124 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 115,267 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2024 115,627 miles

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

Offside Front Steering locking device ineffective Track rod end clamp not tightened (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 112,118 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2022 104,900 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 93,801 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 85,634 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 78,787 miles

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 9 Jul 2018 69,544 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 59,932 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 47,618 miles

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 37,916 miles

Deep cut o/s/r tyre

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 UYV is a 2012 BMW 120 in Silver 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 AF12 UYV, 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 AF12 UYV registered?

AF12 UYV is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 16 April 2012.

Is AF12 UYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 UYV 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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