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YB61 FUW

2012 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

146,374 mi
Last recorded146,374 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2025 146,374 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 138,552 miles

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Build up of condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Oct 2023 131,879 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 125,999 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 117,974 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.6mm minimum limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 111,330 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 103,736 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 95,666 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2017 78,244 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 61,473 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 54,885 miles

Child seat fitted to the nearside rear preventing an inspection of an adult belt

Engine and floor pan covers fitted preventing an inspection of some components

Front tyres worn on the tread shoulders

Front windscreen wiper blades worn

Offside rear has a puncture repair to a "Runflat" type of tyre

Pass 15 Jan 2015 43,132 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 FUW is a 2012 BMW 118 in Blue 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 YB61 FUW, 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 FUW registered?

YB61 FUW is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 23 January 2012.

Is YB61 FUW safe to buy?

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