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WN12 XPL

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

131,990 mi
Last recorded131,990 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN12 XPL
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2021 131,990 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2021 131,894 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Road wheel fixing missing x2 bolts missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 117,383 miles

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

Front Headlight lenses damaged. but lights working at time of test. both

Front bumper damaged but secure

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

Pass 2 Mar 2019 101,891 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall has a cut

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2018 92,366 miles

Offside Rear tyre has a cut

Pass 18 Mar 2017 77,464 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2017 77,464 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

HORN FUNCTION INTERMITTENT; push button switch suspected at fault.

TYRE CONDITION; worn down to 2mm & outer edge worn bald > nearside front.

Pass 24 Mar 2016 67,819 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

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

undertrays and engine cover fitted

Fail 26 Mar 2015 56,084 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 56,084 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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WN12 XPL is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WN12 XPL, 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 WN12 XPL registered?

WN12 XPL is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 9 May 2012.

Is WN12 XPL safe to buy?

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