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AF62 JKE

2012 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

80,705 mi
Last recorded80,705 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 JKE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Apr 2026 80,705 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 77,417 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 1 Aug 2023 77,417 miles

Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 72,314 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources intensity reduced (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 67,793 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 62,656 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 57,474 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2019 57,473 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 52,177 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 44,029 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 36,208 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 27,019 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 27,019 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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AF62 JKE is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2012 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 69,651 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF62 JKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF62 JKE registered?

AF62 JKE is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 6 September 2012.

Is AF62 JKE safe to buy?

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