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MA12 MHU

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

105,598 mi
Last recorded105,598 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA12 MHU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 105,598 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2025 105,595 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 102,454 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2024 102,452 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 May 2023 95,887 miles
Fail 25 May 2023 95,887 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225 45 r17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 89,785 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 83,799 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 67,532 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2020 67,352 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Sep 2019 66,834 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 63,840 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 58,266 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 55,989 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 41,235 miles

Both sides front lower suspension arm bushes worn & have movement

Front wipers starting to smear

Pass 3 Nov 2015 22,661 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 21,304 miles

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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MA12 MHU is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 MA12 MHU, 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 MA12 MHU registered?

MA12 MHU is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 6 April 2012.

Is MA12 MHU safe to buy?

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