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LB61 DKU

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,464 mi
Last recorded105,464 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB61 DKU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2025 105,464 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2024 99,055 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 91,452 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 85,494 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured o/s and n/s (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 78,353 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 71,689 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 67,177 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 61,171 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 61,399 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 52,463 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 46,098 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 38,169 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 28,983 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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LB61 DKU is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LB61 DKU, 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 LB61 DKU registered?

LB61 DKU is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 14 January 2012.

Is LB61 DKU safe to buy?

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