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SM61 XDN

2012 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

95,616 mi
Last recorded95,616 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 XDN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 95,616 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 93,086 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 90,066 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 89,507 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 87,583 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 87,583 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2021 83,238 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 79,641 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 75,754 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 73,231 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 73,222 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 68,921 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 65,383 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 62,308 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 58,722 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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SM61 XDN is a 2012 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SM61 XDN, 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 SM61 XDN?

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What year was SM61 XDN registered?

SM61 XDN is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 17 January 2012.

Is SM61 XDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM61 XDN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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