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AV12 OAO

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

147,739 mi
Last recorded147,739 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 147,739 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 143,459 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 139,020 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Oct 2022 119,055 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 109,029 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 102,094 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 98,305 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2018 96,567 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 83,924 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 83,924 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 68,719 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 49,341 miles

F tyres low on outer edges

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

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

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 OAO is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 OAO, 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 OAO registered?

AV12 OAO is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 4 April 2012.

Is AV12 OAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 OAO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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