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W90 LJH

2012 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

55,072 mi
Last recorded55,072 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW90 LJH
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 55,072 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2024 54,301 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3 mill (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2023 51,280 miles

outer sill covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 21 Dec 2022 49,857 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Dec 2022 49,754 miles

Central Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 46,839 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 44,393 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 37,389 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 35,584 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 30,796 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 25,039 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 18,542 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 15,010 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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W90 LJH is a 2012 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 W90 LJH, 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 W90 LJH registered?

W90 LJH is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 12 April 2012.

Is W90 LJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for W90 LJH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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