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WR61 XMG

2012 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

151,083 mi
Last recorded151,083 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR61 XMG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 151,083 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 May 2025 135,100 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 124,024 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 115,481 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 10 May 2022 107,004 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 16 Feb 2021 94,751 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Feb 2020 80,807 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))

Fail 27 Feb 2020 80,805 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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 12 Mar 2019 65,989 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 61,786 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 56,220 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 49,179 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 42,015 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Dec 2014 39,310 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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WR61 XMG is a 2012 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WR61 XMG, 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 WR61 XMG registered?

WR61 XMG is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 4 January 2012.

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