MOT Status
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128,002 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Engine Rocker Cover Breather Pipe Damaged,Fumes Slightly Leaking, Replace ASAP
Fuel Tank Heat Shield Not Secure At All Fixings
Nearside Front Daytime Running Lamp Not Working
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, Bald Inner & Outer Edges, Replace ASAP 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (e))
Offside & Nearside Front Shock Absorber Dust Covers Missing
Offside & Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Dust Covers & Suspension Bump Stops Damaged / Insecure
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff Oil Leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Parking Brake Lever Has Travel / Freeplay It Would Appear That The Braking System Requires Adjustment Or Repair
Road wheel slightly distorted Offside & Nearside Front Road Wheels (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Road wheel slightly distorted Offside & Nearside Rear Road Wheels (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside & Nearside Front Lower Front Suspension Arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Vehicle Undertrays / Covers Not Secure At All Fixings
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Engine Rocker Cover Breather Pipe Damaged,Fumes Slightly Leaking, Replace ASAP
Fuel Tank Heat Shield Not Secure At All Fixings
Nearside Front Daytime Running Lamp Not Working
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, Bald Inner & Outer Edges, Replace ASAP 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (e))
Offside & Nearside Front Shock Absorber Dust Covers Missing
Offside & Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Dust Covers & Suspension Bump Stops Damaged / Insecure
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & Bald Inner Edge, Replace ASAP 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff Oil Leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Parking Brake Lever Has Travel / Freeplay It Would Appear That The Braking System Requires Adjustment Or Repair
Road wheel slightly distorted Offside & Nearside Front Road Wheels (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Road wheel slightly distorted Offside & Nearside Rear Road Wheels (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside & Nearside Front Lower Front Suspension Arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Offside & Nearside Front Tyres, 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Vehicle Undertrays / Covers Not Secure At All Fixings
Fuel Tank Heat Shield Not Secure At All Fixings
Items removed from driver's view prior to test
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, Wearing Inner & Outer Edges (5.2.3 (e))
Offside & Nearside Front Shock Absorber Dust Covers Missing
Offside & Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Dust Covers Insecure
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive Engine & Rear Diff Oil Leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Road wheel slightly distorted Offside & Nearside Front Road Wheels (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Road wheel slightly distorted Offside & Nearside Rear Road Wheels (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside & Nearside Front Lower Front Suspension Arms Inner Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Vehicle Undertrays / Covers Not Secure At All Fixings
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Fuel Tank Heat Shield Not Secure At All Fixings
Items removed from driver's view prior to test
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, Wearing Inner & Outer Edges (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside & Nearside Front Shock Absorber Dust Covers Missing
Offside & Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Dust Covers Insecure
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive Engine & Rear Diff Oil Leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Road wheel slightly distorted Offside & Nearside Front Road Wheels (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Road wheel slightly distorted Offside & Nearside Rear Road Wheels (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside & Nearside Front Lower Front Suspension Arms Inner Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Vehicle Undertrays / Covers Not Secure At All Fixings
Road wheel slightly distorted all wheels (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall, multiple tears (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Road wheel slightly distorted all wheels (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge no cords expossed (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
under body covers fitted
Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear tyre close to wear indicators
Nearside Rear tyre wearing on edges
Nearside Rear tyre close to wear indicators
Nearside Rear tyre wearing on edges
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing caliper slider not fitted (3.5.1j)
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AO12 GXJ is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.
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 AO12 GXJ, 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.
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AO12 GXJ is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 19 April 2012.
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