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AV62 FTF

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

139,993 mi
Last recorded139,993 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV62 FTF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 139,993 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 131,727 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 119,787 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 108,493 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 100,189 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/18 92Y (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 92,426 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 92,426 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/40/18 inner sidewall split (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2019 73,625 miles

both front tyres worn inner and outer edges and down to 2mm of tread

front wipers judder but still clear screen

small chip in windscreen

Pass 16 Jun 2018 63,575 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 52,134 miles

engine covers/under trays fitted.

Pass 11 Jun 2016 39,237 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

both front tyres perished and worn on edges

Fail 4 Jun 2016 38,756 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

both front tyres perished and worn on edges

Pass 29 Jun 2015 24,766 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AV62 FTF is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AV62 FTF, 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 AV62 FTF registered?

AV62 FTF is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is AV62 FTF safe to buy?

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