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FD61 UVK

2012 BMW 118

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,611 mi
Last recorded78,611 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD61 UVK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2026 78,611 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 76,572 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 70,928 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning mirror (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 67,405 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 61,825 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 56,640 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 53,667 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 48,094 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 47,634 miles

both rear tyres worn inner edges

Pass 18 Oct 2017 40,367 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 36,831 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 31,323 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 26,281 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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 UVK is a 2012 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 FD61 UVK, 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

How do I check the history of FD61 UVK?

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What year was FD61 UVK registered?

FD61 UVK is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 11 January 2012.

Is FD61 UVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD61 UVK shows 13 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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