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KE12 GOF

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

163,219 mi
Last recorded163,219 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE12 GOF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 163,219 miles

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

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2025 148,415 miles

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 20 Jan 2025 148,415 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Jan 2024 139,267 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2023 129,031 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 120,037 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 102,733 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 86,850 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 78,282 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 78,282 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 63,617 miles

front brake discs worn

rear brake pads wearing thin

under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 5 May 2016 45,389 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 43,870 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 29,729 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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KE12 GOF is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KE12 GOF, 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 KE12 GOF registered?

KE12 GOF is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is KE12 GOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE12 GOF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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