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BJ12 FVT

2012 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,510 mi
Last recorded60,510 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ12 FVT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 60,510 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 58,777 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Apr 2024 57,129 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2024 57,129 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2023 54,946 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 51,316 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2022 51,316 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 48,492 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2020 45,273 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 41,067 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 36,103 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 30,970 miles

engine covers fitted

under covers fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2016 25,695 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 20,003 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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BJ12 FVT is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BJ12 FVT, 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 BJ12 FVT registered?

BJ12 FVT is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 19 April 2012.

Is BJ12 FVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ12 FVT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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