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BV12 XEP

2012 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,533 mi
Last recorded84,533 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 XEP
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2026 84,533 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamp lens' yellowed but not reducing light output or affecting beam pattern. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres worn low. (5.2.3 (e))

washer jet weak NSF but still supplies water to windscreen.

Pass 8 Mar 2025 68,212 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 55,512 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 41,511 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 35,418 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 32,342 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Feb 2020 30,963 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 27,500 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 25,196 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 22,240 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 20,110 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 18,371 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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BV12 XEP is a 2012 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BV12 XEP, 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 BV12 XEP registered?

BV12 XEP is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is BV12 XEP safe to buy?

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