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YC12 URN

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

98,858 mi
Last recorded98,858 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 URN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 98,858 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2024 94,020 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 89,358 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 85,837 miles

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

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

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

handbrake only just met limits

Pass 26 Oct 2021 82,941 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 79,920 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 79,920 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 1 May 2019 73,894 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 73,846 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 60,039 miles

Manufacturer’s engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 14 Feb 2017 48,928 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 17 Feb 2016 40,663 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2015 32,165 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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YC12 URN is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YC12 URN, 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 YC12 URN registered?

YC12 URN is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is YC12 URN safe to buy?

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