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AP60 ALF

2012 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

128,440 mi
Last recorded128,440 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP60 ALF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2026 128,440 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2026 103,991 miles

Rear diff leaking

Pass 12 Mar 2025 122,313 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 90,372 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 89,295 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 116,233 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 82,174 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 109,184 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2022 74,258 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 105,311 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 64,759 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2021 64,759 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 99,360 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 49,192 miles

Flexi joint on diesel particulate filter weak

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

Offside Front shock absorber rubber gator split

Pass 9 Mar 2020 92,845 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 84,691 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 76,395 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 63,445 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 51,314 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 35,835 miles

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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AP60 ALF is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AP60 ALF, 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 AP60 ALF registered?

AP60 ALF is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 7 January 2012.

Is AP60 ALF safe to buy?

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