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WV12 PWU

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

109,628 mi
Last recorded109,628 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV12 PWU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 109,628 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2024 104,597 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2023 98,402 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear wheel has a welded repair,however it is of a satisfactory standard

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

emissions too clean to register

Fail 24 Feb 2023 98,401 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear wheel has a welded repair,however it is of a satisfactory standard

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

emissions too clean to register

Pass 4 Mar 2022 85,883 miles

Nearside Inner Road wheel slightly distorted both rims,rear has had welded repair,however is of a satisfactory standard (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

emissions too clean to register

Pass 22 Feb 2021 73,728 miles

emissions too clean to register

Fail 22 Feb 2021 73,728 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

emissions too clean to register

Pass 28 Feb 2020 67,191 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 59,376 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2018 49,251 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 49,251 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 37,771 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 23,772 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 15,674 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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WV12 PWU is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WV12 PWU, 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 WV12 PWU registered?

WV12 PWU is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is WV12 PWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV12 PWU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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