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HV12 VUY

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,246 mi
Last recorded98,246 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV12 VUY
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 98,246 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 20 Nov 2024 91,827 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2024 91,825 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible nearside and offside aftermarket fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2024 91,694 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Nov 2023 86,071 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 79,603 miles

Offside Front 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 22 Oct 2021 72,400 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 66,915 miles

nearside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 20 Apr 2019 62,474 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 55,422 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 51,039 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 51,039 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 44,246 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 36,695 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 34,690 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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HV12 VUY is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HV12 VUY, 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 HV12 VUY registered?

HV12 VUY is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 8 May 2012.

Is HV12 VUY safe to buy?

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