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FN61 AEU

2012 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

169,149 mi
Last recorded169,149 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN61 AEU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2025 169,149 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 162,781 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2023 152,548 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 145,485 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 136,011 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 127,690 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 122,070 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 114,187 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 95,945 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 67,882 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 40,464 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 14,109 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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FN61 AEU 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 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 FN61 AEU, 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 FN61 AEU registered?

FN61 AEU is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 13 January 2012.

Is FN61 AEU safe to buy?

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