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BG12 GHU

2012 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,488 mi
Last recorded115,488 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 GHU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Feb 2026 115,488 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear subframe showing corrosion

Pass 17 Feb 2025 108,096 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 102,305 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Mar 2023 95,430 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 89,574 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 82,516 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 77,447 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 91W on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2019 65,871 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/ZR17 94W (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 56,480 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 49,639 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 39,402 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 29,358 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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BG12 GHU is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BG12 GHU, 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 BG12 GHU registered?

BG12 GHU is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 26 April 2012.

Is BG12 GHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 GHU shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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