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AU12 LME

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

165,926 mi
Last recorded165,926 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU12 LME
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 165,926 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 155,287 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 143,209 miles

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

under tray damaged.

Pass 22 Dec 2022 133,008 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 120,402 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 109,503 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2020 109,503 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 101,652 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 90,336 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front h.light condensated

Pass 7 Dec 2017 79,755 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

emissions too clean to be detected

Pass 21 Oct 2016 70,582 miles

All tyre valves starting to crack

Pass 29 Oct 2015 64,411 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 55,220 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AU12 LME is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black 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 AU12 LME, 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 AU12 LME registered?

AU12 LME is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 24 March 2012.

Is AU12 LME safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU12 LME 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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