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DL12 KPZ

2012 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

72,995 mi
Last recorded72,995 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL12 KPZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 72,995 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 67,487 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 61,634 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH OUTSIDE EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge REAR INSIDE EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2023 57,346 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 49,693 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2021 46,485 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener removed from mirror - obscuring the view of the road

Pass 14 Jul 2020 44,353 miles

Nearside Front tyre getting low

Offside Front tyre getting low

Pass 23 Jul 2019 41,137 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 41,137 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 36,826 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 34,739 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 33,005 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 31,964 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 KPZ is a 2012 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DL12 KPZ, 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 DL12 KPZ registered?

DL12 KPZ is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 10 July 2012.

Is DL12 KPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL12 KPZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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