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YR12 VLF

2012 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,635 mi
Last recorded21,635 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 VLF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Feb 2026 21,635 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 21,585 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 21,315 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 21,135 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 21,081 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 20,961 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 20,805 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 20,360 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 20,237 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 20,132 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 19,919 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 16,799 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 VLF is a 2012 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VLF, 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 YR12 VLF?

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What year was YR12 VLF registered?

YR12 VLF is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 8 April 2012.

Is YR12 VLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR12 VLF shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR12 VLF have outstanding finance?

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