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IFZ 4514

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,873 mi
Last recorded97,873 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIFZ 4514
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2025 97,873 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 96,169 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Rear (4.4.3 (a))

N/S parking brake effort lower than O/S

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Various minor chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2022 88,341 miles

Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 83,250 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2020 81,219 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 79,568 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2018 71,820 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Nov 2017 65,449 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 51,577 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 45,584 miles

emissions too clean,not registering on DGA

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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IFZ 4514 is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 IFZ 4514, 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 IFZ 4514 registered?

IFZ 4514 is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 11 January 2012.

Is IFZ 4514 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IFZ 4514 shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does IFZ 4514 have outstanding finance?

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