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YR12 VLE

2012 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

94,709 mi
Last recorded94,709 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 VLE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 94,709 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 88,994 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 81,071 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 75,096 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 70,008 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2016 64,531 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin adv rear inner pads 2 to 3mm (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front inner pad approx 2to3 mm (3.5.1g)

front wipers smearing and noisy

Fail 11 Mar 2015 45,195 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 45,195 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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YR12 VLE is a 2012 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YR12 VLE, 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 YR12 VLE registered?

YR12 VLE is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is YR12 VLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR12 VLE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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