CarVerify

Free Car Check

AK12 RYU

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,633 mi
Last recorded99,633 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 RYU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 99,633 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 95,503 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2024 93,249 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2024 93,249 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 89,363 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2022 83,024 miles

Boot compartment full

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 76,707 miles

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

engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components

front brake discs slightly corroded & lipped

offside rear parking Efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

Fail 18 Mar 2021 76,707 miles

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

engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components

front brake discs slightly corroded & lipped

offside rear parking Efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm offside & nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 70,183 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 62,705 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 23 Mar 2018 54,321 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 48,003 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 42,738 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 32,528 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 32,528 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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
Full BMW 120 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AK12 RYU is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AK12 RYU, 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 AK12 RYU?

You can check the full history of AK12 RYU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AK12 RYU registered?

AK12 RYU is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is AK12 RYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 RYU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK12 RYU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AK12 RYU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.