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JU57 GJD

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

124,068 mi
Last recorded124,068 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJU57 GJD
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 124,068 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 120,392 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2025 120,392 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2024 115,520 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 108,394 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2023 108,394 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 103,090 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 96,300 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 83,905 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 72,555 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2018 59,000 miles

REAR TYRES CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT.

Pass 31 Jul 2017 45,176 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 34,284 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 21,570 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 12,293 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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JU57 GJD is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black 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 JU57 GJD, 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 JU57 GJD registered?

JU57 GJD is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is JU57 GJD safe to buy?

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