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GL12 WVJ

2012 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

75,360 mi
Last recorded75,360 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 WVJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 75,360 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 72,418 miles
Fail 16 May 2025 72,418 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2024 70,484 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 65,198 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall not to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 59,076 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 52,934 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 48,129 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit and worn on edge - 245/35/18 - RFT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 42,437 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder close to legal limit - 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 35,249 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Aug 2017 28,968 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 19,341 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Jul 2015 13,064 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 WVJ is a 2012 BMW 118 in Grey 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 GL12 WVJ, 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.

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What year was GL12 WVJ registered?

GL12 WVJ is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 24 July 2012.

Is GL12 WVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL12 WVJ 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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