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GF12 WHG

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

90,758 mi
Last recorded90,758 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 WHG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 90,758 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 87,196 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 83,312 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2022 78,271 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2022 78,025 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 67,304 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2021 67,304 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 56,660 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2019 47,011 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 42,006 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 37,142 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 30,651 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 23,592 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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GF12 WHG 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 84.6%.

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 GF12 WHG, 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 GF12 WHG registered?

GF12 WHG is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is GF12 WHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF12 WHG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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