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DW09 MUM

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

171,057 mi
Last recorded171,057 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDW09 MUM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 171,057 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2025 171,024 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. Incorrect size (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 165,918 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2024 165,908 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 164,042 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 154,588 miles

Nearside Front daytime running light not working

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources light output very dim (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2021 130,743 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 125,372 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 115,038 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2019 114,864 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 94,506 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 70,522 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 42,770 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 22,601 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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DW09 MUM is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 DW09 MUM, 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.

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What year was DW09 MUM registered?

DW09 MUM is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 23 May 2012.

Is DW09 MUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DW09 MUM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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