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CP62 YGL

2012 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

82,759 mi
Last recorded82,759 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP62 YGL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 82,759 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 79,982 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 78,475 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 74,717 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays and covers fitted

Fail 29 Oct 2022 74,716 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid CALIPER (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays and covers fitted

Fail 14 Oct 2022 74,601 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

sill / underbody covers fitted

Pass 18 Oct 2021 69,637 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective CLAMP (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 60,674 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2019 53,159 miles

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

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Apr 2018 49,611 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 43,334 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 35,795 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2015 26,107 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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CP62 YGL is a 2012 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 CP62 YGL, 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 CP62 YGL registered?

CP62 YGL is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 3 September 2012.

Is CP62 YGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP62 YGL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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