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Y27 PAU

2012 BMW 118

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

132,120 mi
Last recorded132,120 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY27 PAU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 132,120 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2026 132,120 miles

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

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 535,812 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2025 125,833 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))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 120,926 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective due to condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 120,575 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2023 114,919 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 109,490 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 103,613 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 92,400 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2018 76,651 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 76,651 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Nov 2017 59,957 miles

under cover's fitted

Fail 29 Nov 2017 59,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

under cover's fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2016 45,090 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 42,103 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 42,103 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 30,854 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 30,854 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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Y27 PAU is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 Y27 PAU, 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 Y27 PAU registered?

Y27 PAU is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 19 July 2012.

Is Y27 PAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y27 PAU shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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