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AO12 EYP

2012 BMW 316

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

111,326 mi
Last recorded111,326 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 31687,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 EYP
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 111,326 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays and covers fitted onscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Oct 2024 108,397 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 104,214 miles

All *4 Disc Pitted

All under trays fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2022 101,857 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 99,799 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 98,017 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Oct 2020 98,017 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 93,020 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 89,268 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 89,268 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 79,142 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 66,203 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 54,454 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Apr 2015 54,454 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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AO12 EYP is a 2012 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 87,701 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO12 EYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO12 EYP registered?

AO12 EYP is a 2012 BMW 316, first registered on 23 April 2012.

Is AO12 EYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO12 EYP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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