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DU61 EFR

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

142,744 mi
Last recorded142,744 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU61 EFR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 142,744 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 137,433 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 129,431 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 110,261 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2021 110,260 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2019 81,777 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 63,590 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 51,049 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 40,254 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 27,159 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 25,377 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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DU61 EFR is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 DU61 EFR, 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 DU61 EFR registered?

DU61 EFR is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 25 January 2012.

Is DU61 EFR safe to buy?

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