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YB61 OFC

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,097 mi
Last recorded76,097 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 76,097 miles

Nearside Front Front fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light crack (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front shocker dust cover split

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre also 2mm 225/45 zr17 94w ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front shocker dust cover split

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light crack (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

wipers smearing

Fail 19 Jan 2026 76,097 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator discs also lipped (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Front fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light crack (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front shocker dust cover split

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre also 2mm 225/45 zr17 94w ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front shocker dust cover split

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light crack (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

wipers smearing

Pass 24 Jan 2025 61,976 miles

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

Front Upper Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 47,841 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 35,961 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 34,372 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 32,832 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2021 32,832 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed heavily cracked on the inner sidewall cords showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jan 2020 31,290 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Jan 2019 29,352 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 27,497 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 25,565 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 23,646 miles

passed emission no printout due to low emissions

Pass 22 Jan 2015 21,463 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing away outer edge

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 OFC is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OFC, 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 OFC registered?

YB61 OFC is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 20 January 2012.

Is YB61 OFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 OFC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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