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L31 NPR

2012 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,241 mi
Last recorded127,241 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL31 NPR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 127,241 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2025 127,236 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Oct 2024 120,633 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 113,654 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 106,251 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2022 106,251 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 100,242 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 100,242 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 92,430 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 82,971 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 82,971 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 Aug 2018 69,369 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 60,384 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 52,118 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 51,980 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing x1 (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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L31 NPR is a 2012 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L31 NPR, 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 L31 NPR?

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What year was L31 NPR registered?

L31 NPR is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 20 August 2012.

Is L31 NPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L31 NPR shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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