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WM12 WFD

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

134,315 mi
Last recorded134,315 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM12 WFD
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 134,315 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 1 Oct 2024 124,626 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2023 114,142 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2023 114,142 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 112,572 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 108,522 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2021 103,217 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 97,585 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 89,683 miles

chip in windscreen

covers fitted

gearbox damp

Fail 2 May 2019 89,662 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (215/40/18) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge (245/35/18)

covers fitted

gearbox damp

Pass 4 May 2018 80,193 miles

Engine covers/ Undertrays fitted

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 May 2017 72,543 miles

Nearside rear tyre on 3mm

Undertrays/engine covers

Pass 14 May 2016 65,095 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 65,024 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 64,731 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

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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WM12 WFD 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 WM12 WFD, 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 WM12 WFD registered?

WM12 WFD is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 16 August 2012.

Is WM12 WFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM12 WFD 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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