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LC12 DZS

2012 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,864 mi
Last recorded65,864 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC12 DZS
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 May 2026 65,864 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2025 63,511 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 9 May 2024 59,960 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 55,171 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2022 52,108 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 49,766 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 47,269 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 44,605 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 38,988 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 31,605 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc/s lipped

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 25,484 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)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 18,883 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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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LC12 DZS is a 2012 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LC12 DZS, 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 LC12 DZS registered?

LC12 DZS is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 4 May 2012.

Is LC12 DZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC12 DZS shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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