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FP62 TFZ

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

140,074 mi
Last recorded140,074 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP62 TFZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 140,074 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2022 116,600 miles

Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 23 Apr 2022 116,600 miles

Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 May 2021 104,370 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2019 98,382 miles

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

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, centre of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 87,376 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 87,376 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Dec 2017 77,789 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 75,935 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 75,934 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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FP62 TFZ is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FP62 TFZ, 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.

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What year was FP62 TFZ registered?

FP62 TFZ is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 4 December 2012.

Is FP62 TFZ safe to buy?

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