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YK12 NCU

2012 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

102,275 mi
Last recorded102,275 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 NCU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 102,275 miles

TPMS lamp illuminated

Fail 6 Nov 2025 102,275 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall split/torn to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

TPMS lamp illuminated

Pass 4 Nov 2024 91,582 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 80,544 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 73,985 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side wall has a tear but not showing core (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Nov 2022 73,982 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side wall has a tear but not showing core (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 70,400 miles

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

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

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

front exhaust flexi insecure

oil leak

Fail 7 Sep 2021 70,400 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

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

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

front exhaust flexi insecure

oil leak

Pass 28 Jun 2019 58,213 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 43,142 miles

Emissions too clean to record a reading.

Engine under tray fitted.

Pass 6 Sep 2016 34,052 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 26,931 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 22,950 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 NCU is a 2012 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NCU, 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 NCU?

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What year was YK12 NCU registered?

YK12 NCU is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is YK12 NCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK12 NCU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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