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BN12 VGR

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,932 mi
Last recorded85,932 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 VGR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 85,932 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 83,867 miles

Offside Front Ball joint damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 72,220 miles

no emission detected

Pass 2 Mar 2016 60,561 miles

Emission no detected

Fail 2 Mar 2016 60,561 miles

Emission no detected

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 53,634 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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BN12 VGR is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BN12 VGR, 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

How do I check the history of BN12 VGR?

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What year was BN12 VGR registered?

BN12 VGR is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is BN12 VGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 VGR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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