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CE12 TZM

2012 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

78,521 mi
Last recorded78,521 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE12 TZM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 78,521 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2025 72,970 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 66,618 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 May 2022 64,003 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut on sidewall no cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Devoid of tread outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 May 2022 64,000 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut on sidewall no cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Devoid of tread outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 61,356 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 57,820 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 50,104 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 43,235 miles

Front wipers smearing.

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

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 24 Mar 2017 36,463 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 30,062 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 22,701 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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CE12 TZM is a 2012 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CE12 TZM, 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 CE12 TZM?

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What year was CE12 TZM registered?

CE12 TZM is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is CE12 TZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE12 TZM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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