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GV12 RNE

2012 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

147,762 mi
Last recorded147,762 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV12 RNE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 147,762 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 31 Jul 2026 147,762 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 134,463 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 122,132 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 112,318 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2022 96,288 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside front & offside front (5.3.2 (b))

Undertrays fitted (restricting inspection of some components)

Pass 23 Jul 2021 88,522 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 79,100 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 69,796 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 57,113 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 43,560 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 34,541 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 30,133 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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GV12 RNE is a 2012 BMW 118 in Red 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 GV12 RNE, 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 GV12 RNE registered?

GV12 RNE is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is GV12 RNE safe to buy?

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