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DS12 EEJ

2012 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

133,929 mi
Last recorded133,929 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 EEJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 133,929 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside steering rack boot twisted

Fail 2 Apr 2025 133,929 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative Warning lamp illuminated (7.1.5 (c))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside steering rack boot twisted

Pass 8 Apr 2024 124,244 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2024 124,244 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2023 114,226 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 7 Mar 2023 114,226 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2022 103,018 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 89,336 miles

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both sides (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 79,785 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 61,556 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 52,912 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 45,351 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 May 2015 35,628 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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DS12 EEJ is a 2012 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DS12 EEJ, 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 DS12 EEJ registered?

DS12 EEJ is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 25 May 2012.

Is DS12 EEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS12 EEJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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