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LJ08 DAN

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

163,115 mi
Last recorded163,115 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 DAN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 163,115 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2025 151,427 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2024 146,977 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S and N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S and N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 144,782 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 130,755 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

headlamp switch damaged

Fail 4 Mar 2021 130,754 miles

Rear Obligatory mirror insecure view mirror (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge of tread out of shape 225/45/R17 91 W run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge of tread 225/45/R17 91 W run flat (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

headlamp switch damaged

Pass 20 Feb 2020 120,474 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2020 120,474 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2017 66,921 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 44,409 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 24,226 miles

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

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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LJ08 DAN is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LJ08 DAN, 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 LJ08 DAN registered?

LJ08 DAN is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 7 April 2012.

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The MOT history for LJ08 DAN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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