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BA12 MAX

2019 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,823 mi
Last recorded74,823 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2019 BMW 11832,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBA12 MAX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2019
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 74,823 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2025 65,662 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 56,530 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 47,435 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 37,848 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 37,848 miles

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

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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BA12 MAX is a 2019 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2019 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 32,657 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BA12 MAX, 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 7 years old, this BMW 118 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BA12 MAX registered?

BA12 MAX is a 2019 BMW 118, first registered on 31 October 2019.

Is BA12 MAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BA12 MAX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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