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DL12 FAO

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,312 mi
Last recorded53,312 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL12 FAO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2026 53,312 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 44,738 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 34,761 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 33,481 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 31,743 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 30,203 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 29,234 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 27,703 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 25,222 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 22,369 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 18,836 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 15,028 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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DL12 FAO is a 2012 BMW 118 in White 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 DL12 FAO, 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 DL12 FAO?

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What year was DL12 FAO registered?

DL12 FAO is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 11 July 2012.

Is DL12 FAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL12 FAO shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DL12 FAO have outstanding finance?

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