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GL12 VME

2012 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,982 mi
Last recorded89,982 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 VME
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2024 89,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

nearside washer jet just reaching screen

Pass 27 Oct 2023 86,409 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

nearside washer jet just reaching screen

Pass 1 Nov 2022 81,457 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 78,675 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 58,942 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 50,082 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 41,895 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BRA bush leaking oil (5.3.4 (a) (i))

osr tyre cut sidewall

Pass 28 Jun 2017 35,862 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 29,119 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 23,849 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 VME is a 2012 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol 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 VME, 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 VME registered?

GL12 VME is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 6 July 2012.

Is GL12 VME safe to buy?

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