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YK12 XJM

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

86,458 mi
Last recorded86,458 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 XJM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 86,458 miles

Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security os/ns (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2026 86,458 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security os/ns (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 82,105 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 78,162 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 74,138 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 69,346 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 64,765 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 62,806 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 57,785 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 52,284 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 51,285 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 51,285 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Mar 2017 48,496 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 48,496 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 44,295 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 36,522 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 XJM is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 XJM, 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 YK12 XJM registered?

YK12 XJM is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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