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LC12 OSZ

2012 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,397 mi
Last recorded81,397 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC12 OSZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 81,397 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 80,862 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 80,691 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted covering components

Fail 26 Jun 2024 80,691 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted covering components

Pass 19 Jun 2023 77,204 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted covering components

Pass 27 Jun 2022 69,134 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm wearing outer edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

under trays fitted covering components

Fail 27 Jun 2022 69,134 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working pump working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm wearing outer edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

brake wear warning lamp on

under trays fitted covering components

Pass 2 Mar 2021 61,848 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 57,925 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm out of shape 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm nail in inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Mar 2020 57,925 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm out of shape 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm nail in inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 50,568 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 41,450 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 37,507 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 32,068 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 28,194 miles

osr tyre has small cut in tread

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)

Fail 21 Mar 2015 28,194 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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)

osr tyre has small cut in tread

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
Full BMW 118 reliability report

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LC12 OSZ is a 2012 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OSZ, 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 OSZ registered?

LC12 OSZ is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is LC12 OSZ safe to buy?

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