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LD12 GHN

2012 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,462 mi
Last recorded54,462 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD12 GHN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2026 54,462 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 53,068 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 51,473 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2023 49,311 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 47,105 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 44,516 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 42,492 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 38,429 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 34,555 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 30,334 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 24,863 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 18,903 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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LD12 GHN is a 2012 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 LD12 GHN, 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 GHN?

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What year was LD12 GHN registered?

LD12 GHN is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 13 March 2012.

Is LD12 GHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD12 GHN 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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