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BD12 ONG

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

153,641 mi
Last recorded153,641 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 ONG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 153,641 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 147,315 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 140,512 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2023 135,130 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end ball joint slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2022 127,690 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 114,759 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 104,330 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 100,814 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

body and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 25 Jul 2018 94,745 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

body and engine trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 25 Jul 2018 94,745 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

body and engine trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 14 Jul 2017 90,674 miles

engine and body under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 22 Jul 2016 86,150 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 69,748 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BD12 ONG 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 92.3%.

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 BD12 ONG, 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 BD12 ONG registered?

BD12 ONG is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 19 July 2012.

Is BD12 ONG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD12 ONG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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