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BV62 JOU

2012 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

29,644 mi
Last recorded29,644 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV62 JOU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 29,644 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2025 19,749 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 18,516 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 17,640 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2023 17,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2022 16,244 miles

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

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

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

rear diff leak

Pass 27 Sep 2021 14,574 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 12,981 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 11,454 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 11,209 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 11,015 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 10,394 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 9,392 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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BV62 JOU is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BV62 JOU, 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.

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What year was BV62 JOU registered?

BV62 JOU is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is BV62 JOU safe to buy?

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