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AK12 CXL

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

76,563 mi
Last recorded76,563 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 CXL
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2022 76,563 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Aug 2022 76,563 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 59,719 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 40,222 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 34,656 miles

Nearside Front front bumper is damage

Nearside Front headlight lose

Pass 18 May 2018 32,610 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 8 May 2018 32,610 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front registration plate missing plate inside car (6.3.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 27,137 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm remaining (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 22,428 miles

Rear both valve stem slightly perish

Pass 24 Mar 2015 17,009 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 17,009 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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AK12 CXL is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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

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 AK12 CXL, 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.

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What year was AK12 CXL registered?

AK12 CXL is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 18 April 2012.

Is AK12 CXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 CXL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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