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YS12 BVX

2012 BMW 118

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,539 mi
Last recorded85,539 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS12 BVX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2026 85,539 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 78,654 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 71,103 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 57,386 miles

engine cover fitted

sill covers fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2023 55,069 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 48,487 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 45,225 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 40,512 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 37,148 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 32,848 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 29,055 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 23,752 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YS12 BVX is a 2012 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol 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 YS12 BVX, 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 YS12 BVX?

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What year was YS12 BVX registered?

YS12 BVX is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is YS12 BVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS12 BVX 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.

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