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YB61 WRK

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,007 mi
Last recorded129,007 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 WRK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2023 129,007 miles

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

Offside Parking brake just met requirements will require adjustment / repair

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 126,747 miles

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 115,918 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 105,785 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Feb 2020 105,782 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm, inner bush, marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm, inner bush, marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2019 91,520 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 91,519 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 73,882 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 53,877 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 35,659 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 30,466 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 30,465 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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 WRK 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 75%.

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 WRK, 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 WRK registered?

YB61 WRK is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 26 January 2012.

Is YB61 WRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 WRK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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