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YB61 GUU

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

100,277 mi
Last recorded100,277 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 GUU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 100,277 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 95,796 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 92,468 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2024 92,467 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2023 85,336 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2023 85,336 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2022 80,901 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2022 80,898 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 77,186 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 73,940 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2019 68,730 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 31 Jul 2019 68,730 miles

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Jul 2018 61,314 miles

engine and under trays fitted obscuring some items

Pass 5 Aug 2017 50,660 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 41,129 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 32,882 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 21,222 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 GUU is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GUU, 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 YB61 GUU?

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What year was YB61 GUU registered?

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

Is YB61 GUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 GUU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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