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VU12 HRF

2012 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

163,709 mi
Last recorded163,709 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU12 HRF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 163,709 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 160,084 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 154,247 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

covers fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2023 137,501 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 131,418 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 128,414 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 8 Nov 2021 128,401 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2020 117,064 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 19 Nov 2020 117,058 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 Nov 2019 110,992 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 100,794 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 98,205 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 92,984 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2016 89,142 miles

plastic guards underneath not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Jun 2015 84,875 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 81,446 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 81,446 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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VU12 HRF is a 2012 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VU12 HRF, 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 VU12 HRF registered?

VU12 HRF is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is VU12 HRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU12 HRF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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