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Y70 AAW

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,726 mi
Last recorded86,726 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY70 AAW
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Jan 2026 86,726 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 81,778 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 75,964 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 68,719 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 67,035 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 57,919 miles

front discs and pads worn , recommend replacement discs and pads within 30 days , rear pads to be reinspected in 90 days for remaining life .

front tyres showing uneven wear on outer edges , recommend wheel tracking inspection

vehicle has been serviced , air box retaining clip missing , not effecting air filtration .

Pass 23 Sep 2020 53,861 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 49,072 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 36,344 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 27,250 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 21,864 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 16,806 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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Y70 AAW is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y70 AAW, 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

How do I check the history of Y70 AAW?

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What year was Y70 AAW registered?

Y70 AAW is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 17 May 2012.

Is Y70 AAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y70 AAW shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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