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WF12 UCE

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

71,160 mi
Last recorded71,160 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF12 UCE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 71,160 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2025 70,082 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

trays and covers fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2024 66,445 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

trays and covers fitted

Fail 20 Sep 2024 66,445 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

trays and covers fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2023 63,201 miles

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

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some companies

Fail 13 Oct 2023 63,201 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some companies

Pass 14 Oct 2022 60,015 miles

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

trays and covers fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2021 58,042 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 57,805 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 27 Jul 2020 56,262 miles

Anti Rattle Spring Missing From O/S Rear Brake Caliper

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 50,970 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 44,776 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 34,930 miles

Nearside Rear 2.7mm (O/S Rear 3.0mm)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 26,122 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 17,740 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 UCE is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 UCE, 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 UCE registered?

WF12 UCE is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 10 May 2012.

Is WF12 UCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF12 UCE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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