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GV61 ANU

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

153,566 mi
Last recorded153,566 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV61 ANU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2023 153,566 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 139,027 miles

Brake pad warning light on but pads ok

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 3 Feb 2022 138,986 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pad warning light on but pads ok

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 1 Feb 2022 138,966 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working Door mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight damage to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 117,064 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Fail 22 Jan 2021 117,064 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 93,668 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer wall is damage. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2018 83,897 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2018 83,897 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 77,268 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 70,888 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 70,851 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 8 Jan 2016 60,000 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

emissions not detected at test

Pass 15 Dec 2014 40,956 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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GV61 ANU is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GV61 ANU, 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 GV61 ANU registered?

GV61 ANU is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 13 January 2012.

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