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BK12 VMJ

2012 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

105,413 mi
Last recorded105,413 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 VMJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 105,413 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 102,490 miles

Offside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2025 102,405 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/55r16 87h (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 97,293 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 94,462 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2022 89,811 miles

Rear bump stops are perished.

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 86,515 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 86,515 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 78,084 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 70,352 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 63,244 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 63,244 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 54,379 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 54,379 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 46,372 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 46,372 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 34,346 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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BK12 VMJ is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK12 VMJ, 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 BK12 VMJ registered?

BK12 VMJ is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 16 April 2012.

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