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KY12 SZX

2012 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

84,542 mi
Last recorded84,542 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY12 SZX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 84,542 miles

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

Nearside Front Creaking from suspension

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded At base (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded At base (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Passenger airbag deactivated at time of test

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Unable to open boot. Secured in closed position

Pass 28 Oct 2024 80,578 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2023 76,319 miles

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 Nov 2022 72,710 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth outer edge. 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking in tread, worn close to wear bars central tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to wear bars central tread (5.2.3 (e))

Passenger airbag deactivated at time of test

Fail 5 Nov 2022 72,710 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth outer edge. 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking in tread, worn close to wear bars central tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to wear bars central tread (5.2.3 (e))

Passenger airbag deactivated at time of test

Pass 26 Oct 2021 67,574 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 67,574 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 61,965 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 51,454 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 May 2018 43,817 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 34,567 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 20 May 2016 27,898 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 13,441 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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KY12 SZX is a 2012 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KY12 SZX, 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 KY12 SZX registered?

KY12 SZX is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 10 March 2012.

Is KY12 SZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY12 SZX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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