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WJ12 BXC

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,902 mi
Last recorded128,902 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ12 BXC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2025 128,902 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 115,111 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2023 99,363 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 81,521 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 64,617 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 63,830 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Feb 2020 61,157 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 55,544 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 51,324 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 45,282 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 38,476 miles

Offside Rear Inner tyre has an object in the tread

engine covers fitted

under vehicle covers fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 17 Feb 2015 28,858 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

sills covered

smoke to low to measure

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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WJ12 BXC is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WJ12 BXC, 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 WJ12 BXC registered?

WJ12 BXC is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is WJ12 BXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ12 BXC shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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