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YE12 LTX

2012 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

134,172 mi
Last recorded134,172 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE12 LTX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 134,172 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

large undertrays fitted at time of test

Fail 3 Jan 2023 134,170 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

large undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Dec 2021 125,447 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2021 125,447 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 118,940 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2019 107,649 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2019 87,791 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 82,714 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 72,662 miles

Engine covers fitted.

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread cracking/splitting. (4.1.E.1)

Undertrays fitted.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 May 2016 59,914 miles

Engine covers fitted.

Undertrays fitted.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 May 2015 49,312 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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YE12 LTX is a 2012 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YE12 LTX, 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 YE12 LTX registered?

YE12 LTX is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 9 May 2012.

Is YE12 LTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE12 LTX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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