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A5 BJJ

2012 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,321 mi
Last recorded22,321 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 BJJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 22,321 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 21,976 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 21,766 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 21,273 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 20,845 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 20,416 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2020 19,884 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 19,358 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 18,773 miles

Vehicle fitted with undertrays

Fail 8 May 2018 18,773 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Vehicle fitted with undertrays

Pass 30 May 2017 18,360 miles

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

Undertrays fitted to vehicle

Pass 31 Mar 2016 17,733 miles

full engine/body undertray fitted

plastic trim covering outer sills

Pass 28 Apr 2015 16,749 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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A5 BJJ is a 2012 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 70,227 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 BJJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 118 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A5 BJJ registered?

A5 BJJ is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is A5 BJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 BJJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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