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GP62 FNZ

2012 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

86,037 mi
Last recorded86,037 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP62 FNZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 86,037 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 80,019 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 70,831 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 70,831 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central under tray insecure

Pass 27 Jun 2023 66,623 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2023 66,623 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 62,445 miles

Advise both rear tyres outer parts of treads scrubbed

Pass 23 Jun 2021 57,480 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 53,161 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2019 51,021 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 46,030 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 38,645 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 30,770 miles

both front tyres wearing edges

Pass 14 Sep 2015 18,941 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 5,820 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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GP62 FNZ is a 2012 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GP62 FNZ, 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 GP62 FNZ registered?

GP62 FNZ is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 3 September 2012.

Is GP62 FNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP62 FNZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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