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H17 CBW

2012 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,348 mi
Last recorded82,348 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH17 CBW
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2025 82,348 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 77,125 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 72,798 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 67,105 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 60,428 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 55,849 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 52,730 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 48,795 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 43,817 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 38,012 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 30,874 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 28,345 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres wearing unevenly

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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H17 CBW is a 2012 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H17 CBW, 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

How do I check the history of H17 CBW?

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What year was H17 CBW registered?

H17 CBW is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is H17 CBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H17 CBW shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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