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YX12 ZBN

2012 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

91,826 mi
Last recorded91,826 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX12 ZBN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 91,826 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 85,693 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 79,252 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 71,874 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 66,263 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 57,105 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 50,114 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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 Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 42,646 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone b (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2019 42,646 miles

Nearside Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone b (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 31,350 miles

Offside Front Lower Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 6 Nov 2017 31,350 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Lower Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 9 Nov 2016 20,053 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 20,053 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 19,048 miles

Offside Front tyre scrubbed off, on outer edge

Pass 23 Mar 2015 16,724 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 12,867 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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YX12 ZBN is a 2012 BMW 118 in Grey 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 YX12 ZBN, 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 YX12 ZBN registered?

YX12 ZBN is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is YX12 ZBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX12 ZBN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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