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J9 DSV

2012 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

152,319 mi
Last recorded152,319 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ9 DSV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 152,319 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2025 143,758 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 135,998 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2023 121,897 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2023 121,895 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2022 113,595 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 106,432 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 101,899 miles

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to minimum thickness (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlight switch worn

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to minimum thickness (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 69,869 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 41,766 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 36,224 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 30,483 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 28,192 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 20,270 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 20,270 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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J9 DSV is a 2012 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 J9 DSV, 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 J9 DSV registered?

J9 DSV is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 3 March 2012.

Is J9 DSV safe to buy?

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