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YY61 OWH

2012 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

195,602 mi
Last recorded195,602 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY61 OWH
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 195,602 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 188,815 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 182,602 miles

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 151,345 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

rear differential leaking

Pass 3 Apr 2021 110,051 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2020 66,719 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 55,360 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt rear

Pass 18 Dec 2017 44,860 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing low

Fail 16 Dec 2017 44,858 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing low

Pass 1 Sep 2017 42,799 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 29,562 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 21,801 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage wheel rims.

Fail 15 Jan 2015 21,801 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage wheel rims.

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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YY61 OWH is a 2012 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YY61 OWH, 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 YY61 OWH registered?

YY61 OWH is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 20 January 2012.

Is YY61 OWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY61 OWH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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