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ST62 NGU

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

96,773 mi
Last recorded96,773 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST62 NGU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 96,773 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 88,344 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before and after flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before and after flexi (1.1.11 (c))

TPMS light on

Fail 19 Nov 2024 88,344 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before and after flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before and after flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 77,664 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 73,633 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 70,591 miles

service light on

Pass 28 Nov 2020 67,916 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 61,444 miles

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

o/s rear b/hose slight twist

Pass 16 Nov 2018 52,147 miles

front brake discs pitted & corroded on inner face

Pass 16 Nov 2017 41,666 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 27,562 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50/17(3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50/17(2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50/17(3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50/17(2.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Nov 2016 27,562 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50/17(3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50/17(2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50/17(3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50/17(2.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 18,100 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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ST62 NGU is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 ST62 NGU, 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 ST62 NGU registered?

ST62 NGU is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is ST62 NGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST62 NGU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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