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GV61 KFK

2012 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

133,816 mi
Last recorded133,816 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV61 KFK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2024 133,816 miles

Front engine tray, plus under panel n/s missing. inc inner wheel arch lining exposing cables component's.

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2-3 mm approx. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2024 132,816 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Front engine tray, plus under panel n/s missing. inc inner wheel arch lining exposing cables component's.

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2-3 mm approx. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 116,451 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 99,854 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 84,437 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 7 Jan 2020 69,276 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 52,311 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 44,574 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 44,574 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 40,415 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 35,513 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 29,169 miles

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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 KFK is a 2012 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GV61 KFK, 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 KFK registered?

GV61 KFK is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 18 January 2012.

Is GV61 KFK safe to buy?

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