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LC12 EAJ

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

152,363 mi
Last recorded152,363 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC12 EAJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2020 152,363 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 119,015 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 110,401 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight play in os rack end

Pass 20 Apr 2017 98,249 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

os rack end has slight play

Pass 20 Apr 2016 85,613 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 Apr 2016 137,780 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 69,455 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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 EAJ is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 LC12 EAJ, 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 EAJ registered?

LC12 EAJ is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 8 May 2012.

Is LC12 EAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC12 EAJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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