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FG12 XVM

2012 BMW 118

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

115,858 mi
Last recorded115,858 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 XVM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2024 115,858 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 105,714 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 101,679 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 93,523 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2020 87,709 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2020 87,709 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 78,434 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 78,434 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 67,658 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2017 57,486 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

engine and under covers fitted at time of test

slight uneven tread wear on both front and nearside rear tyres

Pass 23 Apr 2016 48,772 miles

all tyres have slight uneven tread wear

both rear tyres are on 3mm of tread

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2015 36,600 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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FG12 XVM is a 2012 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol 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 FG12 XVM, 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 FG12 XVM registered?

FG12 XVM is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 23 April 2012.

Is FG12 XVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG12 XVM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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