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YG12 UVD

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,615 mi
Last recorded90,615 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG12 UVD
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2026 90,615 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 88,290 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 85,163 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 80,953 miles

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2022 76,520 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2021 71,987 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 67,682 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 63,216 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 53,915 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 44,641 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 34,684 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 29,365 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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YG12 UVD is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YG12 UVD, 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 YG12 UVD?

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What year was YG12 UVD registered?

YG12 UVD is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 8 May 2012.

Is YG12 UVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG12 UVD shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YG12 UVD have outstanding finance?

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