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DX12 GZO

2012 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

89,832 mi
Last recorded89,832 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX12 GZO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 89,832 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2024 86,295 miles

engine covers and or under trays fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2023 82,429 miles

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2022 77,958 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 31 Aug 2021 72,430 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2020 68,923 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215.40.18 runflat (5.2.3 (e))

trays and covers fitted

Fail 28 Aug 2020 68,923 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245.35.18 runflat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215.40.18 runflat (5.2.3 (e))

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

trays and covers fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2019 63,411 miles

Brake warning light on

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

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

Fail 26 Apr 2019 63,411 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake warning light on

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 56,106 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2018 56,106 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid o/s & n/s (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 48,092 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 48,056 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 42,396 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 26 Feb 2015 40,333 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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DX12 GZO is a 2012 BMW 118 in Grey 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 DX12 GZO, 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 DX12 GZO registered?

DX12 GZO is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is DX12 GZO safe to buy?

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