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FX62 XMS

2012 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

144,573 mi
Last recorded144,573 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 144,573 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 139,850 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2024 136,117 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 130,207 miles

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

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

Offside driveshaft seal slight leak

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

Fail 23 May 2023 130,195 miles

Offside Front Obligatory indirect vision device insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear drive shaft seal slight leak

Pass 26 May 2022 123,422 miles

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

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 20 May 2021 115,538 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 106,797 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 94,304 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 82,885 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 71,377 miles

Nearside Rear tyre close to limit

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge slightly

front inner pads wearing thin

rear shocker dampers perished

Fail 10 Mar 2017 71,377 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear tyre close to limit

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge slightly

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front inner pads wearing thin

rear shocker dampers perished

Pass 14 Mar 2016 58,209 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 42,743 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 XMS is a 2012 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XMS, 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 XMS registered?

FX62 XMS is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is FX62 XMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX62 XMS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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