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GL12 VJK

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,188 mi
Last recorded166,188 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 VJK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2026 166,188 miles

Offside Side repeater flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 152,242 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 149,960 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 146,446 miles

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

Manufacturers sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components Manufacturers body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures suspension covers fitted restricting inspection of components

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 140,796 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 127,355 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 116,071 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view x2 (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 110,171 miles

Nail in o/s/r tyre

Pass 28 Jun 2016 98,280 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 79,652 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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GL12 VJK is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black 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 GL12 VJK, 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 GL12 VJK registered?

GL12 VJK is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is GL12 VJK safe to buy?

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