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FX62 XKW

2012 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

173,884 mi
Last recorded173,884 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX62 XKW
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2024 173,884 miles

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

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

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 9 Nov 2023 156,957 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2022 141,476 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 124,109 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 116,179 miles

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))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 108,377 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 100,620 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 86,903 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Nov 2017 86,856 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

nearside front tyre tread on 3mm and worn low on outer edges...

offside front tyre tread on 3mm and worn low on outer edges...

Pass 9 Nov 2016 64,345 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 43,049 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 40,925 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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FX62 XKW 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 91.7%.

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 FX62 XKW, 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 FX62 XKW registered?

FX62 XKW is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is FX62 XKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX62 XKW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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