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DY12 NJK

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

171,194 mi
Last recorded171,194 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY12 NJK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 171,194 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil just ok at time of test (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn low on tread, o/s rear is badly worn on the inner edge, ok at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 160,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front condensation in head lamp

Offside Rear number plate bulb dim

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres heavily worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 149,677 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources hardly working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 138,797 miles

Windscreen has a stone chip

Pass 11 Jul 2022 127,756 miles

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

n/s mirror indicator faulty

Pass 15 Jul 2021 117,102 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 108,238 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2020 108,238 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2019 99,959 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 89,313 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

n/s rear tyre cracking, low on tread and valve stem cracking also

Pass 22 Aug 2017 76,278 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 68,845 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 68,845 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DY12 NJK is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel 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 DY12 NJK, 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 DY12 NJK registered?

DY12 NJK is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is DY12 NJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY12 NJK 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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