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YK12 MKP

2012 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,824 mi
Last recorded36,824 miles
Recorded on11 May 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 MKP
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2022 36,824 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))

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

Fail 10 May 2022 36,824 miles

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

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

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))

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

Pass 18 May 2021 32,285 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))

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

Pass 26 May 2020 28,277 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 25,250 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 25,250 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 21,793 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 18,190 miles

Offside Front alloy wheel slightly buckled/misshaped

Offside Front tyre cracking between tread

oil level on minimum

Pass 2 Mar 2016 14,424 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 11,176 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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YK12 MKP is a 2012 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MKP, 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 YK12 MKP?

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What year was YK12 MKP registered?

YK12 MKP is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is YK12 MKP safe to buy?

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