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YF12 XVA

2012 BMW 118

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

110,972 mi
Last recorded110,972 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF12 XVA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2023 110,972 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 110,788 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear interior (3.3 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 99,779 miles

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 19 Nov 2021 92,266 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 79,892 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 65,439 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2019 64,493 miles

Central Emission control equipment obviously defective exhaust sensor damaged (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 49,505 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2017 33,061 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 28,977 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 22,973 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 16,735 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 7,432 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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YF12 XVA is a 2012 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YF12 XVA, 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 YF12 XVA registered?

YF12 XVA is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is YF12 XVA safe to buy?

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