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FD61 PYY

2012 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

104,996 mi
Last recorded104,996 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD61 PYY
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2024 104,996 miles
Fail 10 May 2024 104,996 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 May 2023 97,577 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 84,666 miles

Boot lid component damaged but not likely to cause injury handle but secured in closed position (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 May 2021 76,799 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 67,796 miles

Central Rear break light lens damaged no effect on emitted light

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 60,334 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2018 46,648 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2017 46,642 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 40,561 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 32,921 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 22,185 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FD61 PYY 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 83.3%.

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 FD61 PYY, 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 FD61 PYY registered?

FD61 PYY is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 5 January 2012.

Is FD61 PYY safe to buy?

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