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WF12 RAX

2012 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

298,122 mi
Last recorded298,122 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF12 RAX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 298,122 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 288,798 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 209,091 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Mar 2024 209,091 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 159,344 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 147,160 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 103,145 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 70,423 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2019 55,611 miles
Pass 28 May 2018 42,131 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 40,280 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2016 38,346 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Apr 2016 38,346 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2015 30,785 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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WF12 RAX is a 2012 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WF12 RAX, 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 WF12 RAX registered?

WF12 RAX is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 12 April 2012.

Is WF12 RAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF12 RAX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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