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BF12 VMM

2012 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

149,167 mi
Last recorded149,167 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 VMM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 149,167 miles
Fail 27 May 2026 149,167 miles

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))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 130,271 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 110,665 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 107,435 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 103,819 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 103,819 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 100,989 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2021 93,965 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 88,829 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 80,314 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 68,841 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 57,366 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 44,333 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 32,497 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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BF12 VMM is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 BF12 VMM, 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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What year was BF12 VMM registered?

BF12 VMM is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 10 March 2012.

Is BF12 VMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 VMM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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