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DK12 YCD

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

143,746 mi
Last recorded143,746 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK12 YCD
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 143,746 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 137,832 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 132,361 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2022 123,701 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 114,491 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 109,224 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2019 102,940 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 98,268 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2017 92,271 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 87,211 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wear both edges

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm & wear on edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Apr 2016 87,211 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear tyre wear both edges

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm & wear on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 79,426 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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DK12 YCD 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 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 DK12 YCD, 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 DK12 YCD registered?

DK12 YCD is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is DK12 YCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK12 YCD 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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