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C22 CRN

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

151,731 mi
Last recorded151,731 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC22 CRN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 151,731 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jun 2025 142,683 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 133,572 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 Z (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 Z (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 121,308 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2022 110,953 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 104,792 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 94,080 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 80,130 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 68,863 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 68,863 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 58,144 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 47,853 miles

child seats fitted unable to fully check adult seat belts

Fail 18 Jan 2016 47,853 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pump weak or filter blocked (8.2.3)

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

child seats fitted unable to fully check adult seat belts

Fail 3 Feb 2015 35,933 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 35,933 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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C22 CRN is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 C22 CRN, 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 C22 CRN registered?

C22 CRN is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 13 February 2012.

Is C22 CRN safe to buy?

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