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BG12 OFC

2012 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,421 mi
Last recorded56,421 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 OFC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 56,421 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 46,147 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 45,144 miles

Nearside condensation in headlamp

Pass 23 May 2023 41,706 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 38,051 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 34,702 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 33,022 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 29,806 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 26,217 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 22,481 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 17,810 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 12,952 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 OFC is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc 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 OFC, 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 OFC registered?

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

Is BG12 OFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 OFC 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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