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EY12 HHD

2012 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

133,359 mi
Last recorded133,359 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY12 HHD
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 133,359 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Nov 2024 115,732 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Dec 2023 105,467 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Dec 2022 101,291 miles

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

both rear tyres slightly out of shape[inner edges]

Pass 14 Dec 2021 97,246 miles

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 92,582 miles

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2020 92,582 miles

Offside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front worn and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 88,869 miles

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 82,408 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 77,017 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Dec 2016 69,391 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 56,780 miles

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

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

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

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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EY12 HHD is a 2012 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EY12 HHD, 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 EY12 HHD registered?

EY12 HHD is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is EY12 HHD safe to buy?

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