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DF61 YSO

2012 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2021
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

138,684 mi
Last recorded138,684 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF61 YSO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2020 138,684 miles

Offside Rear Inboard parking brakes very slow to rise during RBT - it appears the parking brakes need repairs or adjustment

Fail 12 Dec 2020 138,684 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Inboard parking brakes very slow to rise during RBT - it appears the parking brakes need repairs or adjustment

Pass 13 Jan 2020 110,743 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Jan 2020 110,743 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 86,315 miles

Offside handbrake has only just met requirements may require adjustment or repair

Pass 13 Jan 2018 76,024 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2018 76,024 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 59,494 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 14 Jan 2017 59,494 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 41,430 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2015 24,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 24,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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DF61 YSO is a 2012 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DF61 YSO, 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 DF61 YSO registered?

DF61 YSO is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 14 January 2012.

Is DF61 YSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF61 YSO shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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