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AK12 FUY

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

145,203 mi
Last recorded145,203 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 145,203 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 139,630 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 132,891 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 128,432 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 120,993 miles

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 109,745 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, 205/55 16 Runflat, below 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 104,322 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 104,322 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 95,802 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 89,045 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 71,691 miles

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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 FUY 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 90.9%.

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 AK12 FUY, 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 AK12 FUY registered?

AK12 FUY is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 10 April 2012.

Is AK12 FUY safe to buy?

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