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DS12 XJH

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

62,479 mi
Last recorded62,479 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 XJH
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 62,479 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))

TPMS on

Fail 22 Sep 2025 62,479 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted clip missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))

TPMS on

Pass 15 Oct 2024 44,076 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 36,068 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 34,975 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 33,378 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 30,949 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 30,936 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 28,025 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 24,466 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 24,466 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 19,903 miles

All 4 tyres have cracking on the treads and are worn on edges

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 1 Jun 2017 19,903 miles

All 4 tyres have cracking on the treads and are worn on edges

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 17 Jun 2016 16,961 miles

both front tyres have cracking to the treads

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

under trays and engine covers fitted

very light scratch across windscreen zone A

Pass 2 Jun 2015 13,081 miles

All 4 tyres starting to crack between tread blocks.

N/S/R tyre wearing on inner edge.

Nail in offside rear tyre

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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 XJH is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 XJH, 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 XJH registered?

DS12 XJH is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 28 June 2012.

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