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WP61 LVF

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

101,087 mi
Last recorded101,087 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP61 LVF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 101,087 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 93,516 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 90,428 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 78,561 miles

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 on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 May 2023 78,542 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (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 on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2022 70,553 miles

High level brake light lens damaged

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

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

Fail 13 May 2022 70,553 miles

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

High level brake light lens damaged

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 69,411 miles

High level brake light lens damaged

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

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))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 66,459 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 60,971 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 60,720 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 19 May 2018 55,373 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 50,915 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 45,484 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 45,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 35,356 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 36,634 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre wearing 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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WP61 LVF is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 WP61 LVF, 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 WP61 LVF registered?

WP61 LVF is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 17 February 2012.

Is WP61 LVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP61 LVF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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