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BX61 RMU

2012 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,781 mi
Last recorded93,781 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX61 RMU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 93,781 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Dec 2024 84,379 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 29 Nov 2024 84,371 miles

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

Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative broken (4.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Dec 2023 78,701 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 42,762 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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BX61 RMU is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BX61 RMU, 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 BX61 RMU?

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What year was BX61 RMU registered?

BX61 RMU is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 15 January 2012.

Is BX61 RMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX61 RMU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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