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BX61 WYA

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,836 mi
Last recorded122,836 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX61 WYA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2025 122,836 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2025 122,730 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 120,365 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2024 120,319 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 117,399 miles
Pass 15 May 2022 114,971 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 105,235 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 93,889 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 86,396 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 739,369 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 57,669 miles

Nearside Front fog lamp damaged

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edge

chips in screen

Pass 22 Jan 2015 38,774 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

chip in screen

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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BX61 WYA is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BX61 WYA, 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

How do I check the history of BX61 WYA?

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What year was BX61 WYA registered?

BX61 WYA is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 26 January 2012.

Is BX61 WYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX61 WYA shows 12 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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