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ST12 ETX

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,926 mi
Last recorded59,926 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST12 ETX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2021 59,926 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 55,520 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2020 50,753 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 46,116 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 37,590 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 30,288 miles

both rear brake discs has slight corrosion on outer surfaces

o/s/r brake sensor wire rubbing on cv boot

Fail 13 Apr 2017 30,288 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

both rear brake discs has slight corrosion on outer surfaces

o/s/r brake sensor wire rubbing on cv boot

Pass 11 Apr 2016 24,063 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Apr 2015 17,745 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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ST12 ETX is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ST12 ETX, 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 ST12 ETX?

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What year was ST12 ETX registered?

ST12 ETX is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 3 May 2012.

Is ST12 ETX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST12 ETX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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