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FD12 DCV

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,655 mi
Last recorded81,655 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD12 DCV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2026 81,655 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2024 79,194 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 77,357 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 (5.2.3 (e))

front number plate damaged

undertrays

Pass 4 Nov 2022 74,506 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 68,460 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 65,307 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 61,418 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 58,384 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 49,454 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 42,385 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 36,398 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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FD12 DCV is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FD12 DCV, 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 FD12 DCV registered?

FD12 DCV is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 12 June 2012.

Is FD12 DCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD12 DCV shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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