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GC10 LUV

2012 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,252 mi
Last recorded82,252 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC10 LUV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2025 82,252 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front 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))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 80,232 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 71,096 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 63,245 miles

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

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front, forward arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 58,231 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 52,967 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 40,722 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 31,418 miles

covers under vehicle fitted obscuring view to brake pipes.

Pass 14 Apr 2016 24,311 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 14,594 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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GC10 LUV is a 2012 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GC10 LUV, 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 GC10 LUV registered?

GC10 LUV is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is GC10 LUV safe to buy?

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