CarVerify

Free Car Check

YB62 EOF

2012 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

72,835 mi
Last recorded72,835 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB62 EOF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 72,835 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 1 Apr 2026 72,815 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 May 2025 69,465 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy noisy on road test (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 May 2025 69,464 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working innop (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy noisy on road test (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 63,214 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 May 2024 63,214 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 May 2023 57,606 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 57,606 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 May 2022 49,630 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 47,786 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 38,151 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2020 38,151 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2019 31,499 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2019 31,498 miles

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

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 28,796 miles

n/s/f seat belt not checked child seat fitted

n/s/f tyre has cracking to tread

Pass 12 Dec 2017 25,847 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 21,680 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 17,063 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 10,658 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
Full BMW 118 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YB62 EOF is a 2012 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 YB62 EOF, 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 YB62 EOF?

You can check the full history of YB62 EOF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YB62 EOF registered?

YB62 EOF is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 24 December 2012.

Is YB62 EOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB62 EOF shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YB62 EOF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YB62 EOF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.