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DS12 WSU

2012 BMW 118

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

152,570 mi
Last recorded152,570 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 WSU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 152,570 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 145,410 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 145,410 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2024 140,860 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 134,700 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2021 110,564 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 108,430 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 90,179 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 89,232 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 82,822 miles

Under trays fitted.

Pass 23 Jun 2016 60,449 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 45,035 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 45,035 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nail in nearside front 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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DS12 WSU is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DS12 WSU, 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 DS12 WSU?

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What year was DS12 WSU registered?

DS12 WSU is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is DS12 WSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS12 WSU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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