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YB62 FZO

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

128,864 mi
Last recorded128,864 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB62 FZO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 128,864 miles

both front brake pipes swollen under plastic

both rear brake pipes swollen under plastic

front exhaust blowing from clamp

Fail 8 Sep 2025 128,863 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended all (7.1.2 (d))

both front brake pipes swollen under plastic

both rear brake pipes swollen under plastic

front exhaust blowing from clamp

handbrake only just met min requirements

ns front inner pad worn

ns front tyre worn on inner edge

rear brake pads worn

tpms light on dash

Pass 22 Oct 2024 115,967 miles

stone chip in windscreen

Fail 21 Oct 2024 115,966 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front (4.1.2 (c))

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

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 27 Oct 2023 101,444 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 87,058 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 77,124 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 77,110 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2021 72,024 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 59,416 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 49,155 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 37,918 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 29,336 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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YB62 FZO is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FZO, 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 YB62 FZO registered?

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

Is YB62 FZO safe to buy?

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