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LB12 RBZ

2012 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

150,034 mi
Last recorded150,034 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 RBZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 150,034 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 137,722 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 131,595 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 124,586 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 116,479 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 109,428 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2017 98,987 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 86,167 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 70,836 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jul 2015 70,836 miles

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

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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LB12 RBZ is a 2012 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LB12 RBZ, 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 LB12 RBZ?

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What year was LB12 RBZ registered?

LB12 RBZ is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 15 July 2012.

Is LB12 RBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB12 RBZ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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