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KV12 GBF

2012 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

164,321 mi
Last recorded164,321 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV12 GBF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 164,321 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2025 164,301 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 151,866 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 139,659 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 125,883 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 114,708 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 113,266 miles

Front number plate damaged but still can be read

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

Pass 23 Mar 2020 95,391 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 74,443 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 59,220 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 30 Mar 2017 44,663 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 44,588 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 39,041 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 35,723 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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KV12 GBF is a 2012 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel 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 KV12 GBF, 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 KV12 GBF registered?

KV12 GBF is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is KV12 GBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV12 GBF 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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