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HN61 VLG

2012 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

124,960 mi
Last recorded124,960 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN61 VLG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 124,960 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 118,214 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 May 2024 118,213 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested headlight inoperative (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 106,741 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 92,445 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2022 92,445 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 74,982 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2021 74,982 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020 65,954 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 60,729 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 53,333 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Feb 2017 44,788 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

nearside and offside rear tyres has a wear on the inner egdes

under trays fitted

wipers smearing

Pass 11 Feb 2016 35,933 miles

Child seat fitted.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 6 Feb 2015 27,095 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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HN61 VLG is a 2012 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HN61 VLG, 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 HN61 VLG registered?

HN61 VLG is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 22 February 2012.

Is HN61 VLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN61 VLG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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