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SP62 VBN

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,127 mi
Last recorded102,127 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP62 VBN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2023 102,127 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 89,098 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2022 89,097 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 84,420 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 80,436 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 75,756 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 65,445 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 64,177 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 64,093 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both rear tyres worn at the inner shoulder

Pass 12 Apr 2017 59,707 miles

front no. plate slightly loose

Pass 7 Jul 2016 55,029 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 41,692 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre slight cut

o/s/f tyre slight cut

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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SP62 VBN is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SP62 VBN, 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.

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What year was SP62 VBN registered?

SP62 VBN is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is SP62 VBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP62 VBN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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