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GV61 FXZ

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,105 mi
Last recorded135,105 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2022 135,105 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2022 135,099 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn to inner cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn to inner cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn to inner cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre at legal limit and almost worn to the inner cords and requires attention (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2021 117,046 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2021 117,046 miles

Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 99,020 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 86,208 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Parking brake effort slightly reduced

Fail 22 Nov 2019 86,207 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad sensor wire insecure

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Parking brake effort slightly reduced

Pass 1 Dec 2018 69,858 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2017 62,259 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 57,273 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 56,343 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 46,291 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 FXZ is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FXZ, 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 FXZ registered?

GV61 FXZ is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 4 February 2012.

Is GV61 FXZ safe to buy?

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