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EN61 KXO

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

150,772 mi
Last recorded150,772 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN61 KXO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 150,772 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2026 150,683 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2025 140,274 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2025 140,267 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt very rear ball joint rubber (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush located in lower hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt very rear ball joint rubber (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2024 125,009 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 111,721 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 111,721 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2022 108,208 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 108,208 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 104,145 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jun 2020 102,654 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 90,134 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 75,426 miles

Offside Rear brake hose slightly twisted

Pass 8 May 2017 61,343 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 46,189 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 35,396 miles

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

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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EN61 KXO is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EN61 KXO, 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 EN61 KXO registered?

EN61 KXO is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 4 February 2012.

Is EN61 KXO safe to buy?

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