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SO12 CZR

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

130,649 mi
Last recorded130,649 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO12 CZR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 130,649 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2025 130,649 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 130,255 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2024 130,255 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

tpm light on

Pass 15 Sep 2023 127,836 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 121,555 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 115,705 miles

brake pad wear light on(brokern wire osr)

tpm light on (wrong preesure in one or more tyres )

Pass 16 Sep 2020 106,840 miles

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear brake pad wear sensor wire brokern

Fail 16 Sep 2020 106,840 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear brake pad wear sensor wire brokern

Pass 14 Sep 2019 97,577 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

rear brake pad sensor damaged

Pass 17 Aug 2018 93,397 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Under shield fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Aug 2018 93,365 miles

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Under shield fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2017 87,368 miles

plastic covers fitted to underside, inner wheel arches and outer body sills.

slight damage to front number plate.

Fail 9 Aug 2017 87,368 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

plastic covers fitted to underside, inner wheel arches and outer body sills.

red brake warning lamp illuminated on dashboard, brake pads not worn low.

slight damage to front number plate.

Pass 16 Aug 2016 79,732 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 61,122 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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
Full BMW 118 reliability report

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SO12 CZR is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 SO12 CZR, 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 SO12 CZR registered?

SO12 CZR is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is SO12 CZR safe to buy?

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