Where was the YL12M number plate registered?

Vehicles with the YL12M prefix were first registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire through official DVLA regional allocation tag YL.

What year was a YL12M registration plate released?

The YL12M series was issued during March 2012 to August 2012.

What is the MOT pass rate for YL12M vehicles?

Vehicles in the YL12M cohort demonstrate an average historical MOT pass rate of 60% based on 5 recorded DVSA inspections.

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YL12M Series Number Plates

UK vehicles registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire during March 2012 to August 2012 with registration prefix YL12M.

Area Office: Sheffield (Sheffield, Yorkshire)
Release Period: March 2012 to August 2012
Tracked in Batch: 2 vehicles
MOT Pass Rate: 60%

Popular Makes

MERCEDES-BENZ 50% (1)

SEAT 50% (1)

60%

Average MOT Pass Rate

Based on 5 historical tests

Common Colors

Blue1 vehicles

White1 vehicles

Active Plates in YL12M Series(2 of 2 displayed)

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YL12MAR

MOT Valid

SEAT IBIZA

1.0L · Petrol · Blue

First Used: Mar 2018
MOT Expiry: 07 Dec 2026
Tax Status: —
Color: Blue

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YL12MCG

MOT Expired

MERCEDES-BENZ AMG A 35 PREMIUM + MHEV 4M A

Hybrid Electric (Clean) · White

First Used: Jan 2026
MOT Expiry: —
Tax Status: —
Color: White

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Reliability & Common Problem Guides for YL12M Makes

Explore common mechanical faults, MOT advisory trends, and recall notices for popular vehicles in this registration batch:

MERCEDES-BENZ Common Problems SEAT Common Problems

Frequently Asked Questions about YL12M Plates

Where was the YL12M number plate series registered?

Vehicles starting with YL12M were assigned to the Sheffield covering Sheffield, Yorkshire. The first two letters (YL) identify the memory tag assigned by the DVLA.

What registration period is YL12M?

The YL12M age identifier corresponds to vehicles first registered between March 2012 to August 2012.

How can I check the MOT history of a YL12M vehicle?

Click any registration in the plate list above to view the complete DVSA inspection history, advisory alerts, mileage progression, road tax status, and our AI mechanical risk evaluation.