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K18 OXX

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

150,976 mi
Last recorded150,976 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK18 OXX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 150,976 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 132,623 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2024 107,492 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 81,347 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 72,227 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Under-trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 22 Apr 2022 72,227 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Under-trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2021 64,193 miles

Under-trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 10 Jul 2019 54,042 miles

Under-trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2018 50,908 miles

Engine covers fitted

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Under-trays fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2017 47,576 miles

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2016 44,248 miles

Engine covers

Under-trays fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2015 39,590 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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K18 OXX is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 K18 OXX, 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 K18 OXX registered?

K18 OXX is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is K18 OXX safe to buy?

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