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AV12 OCP

2012 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,062 mi
Last recorded55,062 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 OCP
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 55,062 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 53,622 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 52,670 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2023 51,968 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 51,264 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also has deep cut possibly to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 50,171 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 49,713 miles

N/s/front tyre just starting to perish

O/s/front tyre perished and cracked in tread

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 47,766 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 43,764 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 38,873 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 34,571 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 26,615 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 OCP is a 2012 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OCP, 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 OCP registered?

AV12 OCP is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 19 April 2012.

Is AV12 OCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 OCP shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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