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LB61 UPF

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

55,607 mi
Last recorded55,607 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB61 UPF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 55,607 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 53,594 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 52,278 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 50,825 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 27 Jan 2023 50,825 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2022 44,858 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 37,862 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 31,873 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 29,149 miles

engine cover and tray obstruction not view of under side of components

Fail 2 Nov 2018 29,148 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on side wall mark with yellow chalk 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

engine cover and tray obstruction not view of under side of components

Pass 7 Nov 2017 25,437 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 21,849 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 14,278 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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LB61 UPF 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 LB61 UPF, 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 UPF registered?

LB61 UPF is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 12 February 2012.

Is LB61 UPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB61 UPF 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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