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LD12 EJA

2012 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

135,666 mi
Last recorded135,666 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD12 EJA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 135,666 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 123,873 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 112,230 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 97,923 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 87,336 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 84,314 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 76,888 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 68,834 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 59,551 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 59,551 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)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 48,289 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 40,334 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 40,334 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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LD12 EJA is a 2012 BMW 118 in Blue 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 LD12 EJA, 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

How do I check the history of LD12 EJA?

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What year was LD12 EJA registered?

LD12 EJA is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 25 March 2012.

Is LD12 EJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD12 EJA 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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