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J18 FMP

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

84,172 mi
Last recorded84,172 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ18 FMP
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 84,172 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2024 81,385 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2024 81,383 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 78,699 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 75,820 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2021 72,949 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2021 71,416 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 70,756 miles

engine x under covers fitted /

front x rear brake pads getting low / slight lip on front discs

o/s/r tyre cutting out bad on inner edge

Fail 9 Jul 2020 70,756 miles

engine x under covers fitted /

front x rear brake pads getting low / slight lip on front discs

o/s/r tyre cutting out bad on inner edge

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

Pass 4 Jul 2019 67,316 miles

engine x under covers fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2018 63,278 miles

both front tyres cutting out x perishing / engine x under covers fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2017 60,173 miles

engine cover x under covers fitted / n/s/f pad getting low / slight wear on outer edge on n/s/f tyre

Pass 19 Aug 2016 52,598 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 52,598 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 33,334 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 32,056 miles

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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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J18 FMP 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 J18 FMP, 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 J18 FMP registered?

J18 FMP is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 10 July 2012.

Is J18 FMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J18 FMP 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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