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YB61 FTO

2012 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

101,369 mi
Last recorded101,369 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 FTO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 101,369 miles

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

both rear tyres worn to 3mm

Pass 22 Nov 2024 90,050 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 22 Nov 2024 90,029 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2023 81,751 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 75,681 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2022 75,681 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 71,172 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 63,630 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2019 60,998 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front wipers smearing windscreen

Pass 10 May 2018 53,533 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 47,946 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 37,086 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 37,086 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 24,388 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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YB61 FTO 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 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 YB61 FTO, 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 YB61 FTO registered?

YB61 FTO is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 28 February 2012.

Is YB61 FTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 FTO 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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