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KM12 FVT

2012 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

63,841 mi
Last recorded63,841 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM12 FVT
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 63,841 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2025 62,462 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 59,499 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 56,453 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 53,083 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 49,033 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2021 49,033 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 45,845 miles

rear brake pad wear appears to be getting low

Pass 19 Aug 2019 41,865 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 37,318 miles

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

front brake pad wear getting low

nearside rear tyre tread scrubbing on inner edge

Pass 21 Aug 2017 32,286 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 27,237 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 23,048 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 21,796 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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KM12 FVT is a 2012 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KM12 FVT, 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 KM12 FVT registered?

KM12 FVT is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 12 May 2012.

Is KM12 FVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM12 FVT shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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