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YK12 KZB

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

99,738 mi
Last recorded99,738 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 KZB
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 99,738 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2026 99,738 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Feb 2026 94,379 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 80,342 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2023 74,682 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 69,102 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 57,460 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 54,178 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 49,954 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 43,544 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 37,421 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 29,961 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 24,807 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 16 Feb 2015 19,245 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YK12 KZB is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 YK12 KZB, 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.

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What year was YK12 KZB registered?

YK12 KZB is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is YK12 KZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK12 KZB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YK12 KZB have outstanding finance?

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