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BD61 XCW

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

132,788 mi
Last recorded132,788 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD61 XCW
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 132,788 miles

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2025 123,711 miles

Coolant low

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 111,579 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 11 Jan 2024 111,579 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 104,575 miles

offside front inner track rod end slight play

Pass 21 Jan 2022 98,574 miles

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

brake warning light front pads

Pass 19 Jan 2021 88,976 miles

brake warning light on

Pass 23 Jan 2020 80,739 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 70,377 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2018 60,169 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2017 50,957 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2016 41,376 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has nail in

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 32,065 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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BD61 XCW 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 BD61 XCW, 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 BD61 XCW registered?

BD61 XCW is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 28 January 2012.

Is BD61 XCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD61 XCW 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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