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FY62 LGX

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

98,316 mi
Last recorded98,316 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 LGX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 98,316 miles

both rear tyres worn to 1.6mm limit

corrosion on rear brake discs

Pass 15 Nov 2024 91,437 miles

exhaust flexy section weak (part of D.P.F)

f/n/s antiroll bar drop link worn

Pass 17 Nov 2023 83,596 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 76,487 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2022 76,483 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 65,820 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 57,202 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 56,835 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2019 53,993 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Leaking ()

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 49,410 miles

under side engine cover

Pass 11 Jan 2017 45,528 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 25 Jan 2016 38,061 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 29,727 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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FY62 LGX is a 2012 BMW 118 in White 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 FY62 LGX, 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 FY62 LGX registered?

FY62 LGX is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is FY62 LGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY62 LGX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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