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YP62 UCU

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

112,740 mi
Last recorded112,740 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP62 UCU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 112,740 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 105,517 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2024 105,471 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components shock absorber body fouling nearside front wheel (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2023 100,286 miles

parking brake lever reserve travel requirements just met, system might require adjustment or repair.

rear exhaust modified, silencer removed

undertray insecure

Fail 9 Jun 2023 100,285 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre two ()

parking brake lever reserve travel requirements just met, system might require adjustment or repair.

rear exhaust modified, silencer removed

undertray insecure

Pass 13 Jun 2022 95,492 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2022 95,482 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 91,543 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 85,079 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 74,345 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 63,999 miles

rear tyres worn edges

washers leaking

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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YP62 UCU is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YP62 UCU, 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 YP62 UCU registered?

YP62 UCU is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 6 December 2012.

Is YP62 UCU safe to buy?

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