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B18 NFS

2012 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

125,809 mi
Last recorded125,809 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB18 NFS
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 125,809 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper internal Allen key rubbing body

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper internal Allen key rubbing body

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Dec 2025 125,809 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper internal Allen key rubbing body

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper internal Allen key rubbing body

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 119,118 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 110,567 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 95,570 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 85,144 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 76,045 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Feb 2021 76,044 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 69,430 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 58,407 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 50,425 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 42,366 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 34,406 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2015 23,935 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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B18 NFS is a 2012 BMW 118 in Grey 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 B18 NFS, 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 B18 NFS registered?

B18 NFS is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 5 April 2012.

Is B18 NFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B18 NFS 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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