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AV12 LHN

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,245 mi
Last recorded120,245 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 LHN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 120,245 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 109,156 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2025 109,156 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2024 105,135 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 95,121 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2023 95,121 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2022 91,212 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 88,721 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 78,121 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 76,662 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 62,100 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 48,534 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 38,102 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 31,177 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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AV12 LHN is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 AV12 LHN, 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 AV12 LHN registered?

AV12 LHN is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 12 April 2012.

Is AV12 LHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 LHN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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