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FY12 CPK

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

146,167 mi
Last recorded146,167 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 CPK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 146,167 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp defective warning lamp on, pad warning wires chafed on osr (1.1.10 (f))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped near centre (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 134,150 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 119,873 miles

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 105,001 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 92,377 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases dpf flexi detached (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 6 Dec 2021 92,377 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases dpf flexi detached (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 79,097 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 68,910 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 58,889 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 51,624 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 37,874 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 21,333 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 5,879 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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FY12 CPK is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FY12 CPK, 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 FY12 CPK registered?

FY12 CPK is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is FY12 CPK safe to buy?

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