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F7 BNK

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

107,056 mi
Last recorded107,056 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF7 BNK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 107,056 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres cracked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2024 91,938 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 31 Oct 2023 72,472 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 68,293 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 64,668 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 61,861 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 59,769 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 56,724 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 54,323 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 52,754 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 52,754 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 44,152 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 39,541 miles

osf tyre low on edges

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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F7 BNK 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 92.3%.

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 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 F7 BNK, 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 F7 BNK registered?

F7 BNK is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 22 May 2012.

Is F7 BNK safe to buy?

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