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KY62 AFX

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

142,439 mi
Last recorded142,439 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY62 AFX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 142,439 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 134,370 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 128,529 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 122,864 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Water ingress (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2022 122,864 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Water ingress (4.1.4 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 110,495 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 100,054 miles

front brake discs and pads getting thin

front tyre wearing on edge

under covers fitted

Pass 9 May 2019 86,241 miles

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 20 Apr 2018 73,887 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55v16 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre wearing outer edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

smoke emissions to clean to read

under trays fitted obscuring inspection

Pass 3 Apr 2017 62,081 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

nearside front tyre bald outer edge, nearly through to ply/cords

Fail 3 Apr 2017 62,081 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

nearside front tyre bald outer edge, nearly through to ply/cords

Pass 13 Apr 2016 52,342 miles

nearside front tyre wearing slightly outer edge

Pass 22 Apr 2015 43,519 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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KY62 AFX is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black 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 KY62 AFX, 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

How do I check the history of KY62 AFX?

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What year was KY62 AFX registered?

KY62 AFX is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is KY62 AFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY62 AFX 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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