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LA12 UJM

2012 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

116,697 mi
Last recorded116,697 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA12 UJM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 116,697 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2026 116,697 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 111,787 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 100,025 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 83,073 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 82,195 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2021 73,658 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 15 May 2020 63,198 miles

advise child seat fitted to n/s/r

advise plastic side sills fitted

advise under trays fitted

rear tyres on 2.5 mm

Fail 15 May 2020 63,198 miles

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

advise child seat fitted to n/s/r

advise plastic side sills fitted

advise under trays fitted

rear tyres on 2.5 mm

Pass 13 May 2019 53,453 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 23 May 2018 43,593 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted buckled on inner (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly streaky (3.4 (b) (i))

engine covers

under trays

Pass 8 May 2017 33,018 miles

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

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

advise babyseat fitted at n/s/r , and is loosely held in place

advise covers under bonnet under car and on outer sills

Pass 19 May 2016 25,163 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 21,058 miles

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

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

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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LA12 UJM is a 2012 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LA12 UJM, 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 LA12 UJM registered?

LA12 UJM is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 14 July 2012.

Is LA12 UJM safe to buy?

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