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AF62 YTJ

2012 BMW 116

Bronze Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

181,918 mi
Last recorded181,918 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 YTJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 181,918 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 152,105 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Aug 2019 152,105 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 135,348 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 107,715 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 88,672 miles

Engine cover fitted preventing examination of some componants

Item(s) removed from driver's view of the road

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Side skirts fitted preventing examination of some componants

Under trays fitted preventing examination of some componants

Fail 4 Aug 2016 88,672 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Engine cover fitted preventing examination of some componants

Item(s) removed from driver's view of the road

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Side skirts fitted preventing examination of some componants

Under trays fitted preventing examination of some componants

Pass 7 Aug 2015 64,521 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 64,521 miles

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

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 YTJ is a 2012 BMW 116 in Bronze with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YTJ, 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 YTJ registered?

AF62 YTJ is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 20 September 2012.

Is AF62 YTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 YTJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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