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H5 BTW

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

157,754 mi
Last recorded157,754 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH5 BTW
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 157,754 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear shock absorber upper casing loose

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 151,226 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 21 Dec 2023 142,782 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted restricting full inspection

Fail 19 Dec 2023 142,799 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted restricting full inspection

Pass 27 Dec 2022 129,089 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2021 109,764 miles

nearside front fog light missing

front and rear inner pads worn thin

Fail 24 Dec 2021 109,764 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

front and rear inner pads worn thin

nearside front fog light missing

Pass 29 Dec 2020 95,279 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2020 95,279 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Dec 2019 80,777 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2018 53,769 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 52,549 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 48,357 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 42,346 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 36,013 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

child seat fitted nearside rear not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt

offside front tyre close to limit and worn smooth on outer raised edge

offside rear tyre close to limit and worn on inner edge

Pass 24 Feb 2015 26,449 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre uneven wear outer edge

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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H5 BTW is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 H5 BTW, 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.

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What year was H5 BTW registered?

H5 BTW is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is H5 BTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H5 BTW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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