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HG12 XPF

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

102,408 mi
Last recorded102,408 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 XPF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 102,408 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Mar 2026 102,408 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 98,530 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

handbrake efficiency on limit

Fail 24 Mar 2025 98,530 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

handbrake efficiency on limit

Pass 26 Mar 2024 94,617 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light tinted both rear (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Upper Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 90,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 84,377 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 77,556 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm. Tyre wearing on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 5mm. Tyre wearing on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2021 77,556 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm. Tyre wearing on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 5mm. Tyre wearing on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 71,708 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

chip in windscreen

Pass 22 Mar 2019 66,463 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 59,538 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 59,486 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 54,386 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 49,765 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 45,398 miles

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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HG12 XPF is a 2012 BMW 118 in White 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 HG12 XPF, 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 HG12 XPF registered?

HG12 XPF is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is HG12 XPF safe to buy?

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