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CS06 DLS

2012 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

92,755 mi
Last recorded92,755 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCS06 DLS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 92,755 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2024 81,910 miles

Nearside Front Light lens damaged

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damage to sidewall and wearing on inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Light lens damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2024 81,910 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Light lens damaged

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damage to sidewall and wearing on inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Light lens damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 76,556 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 65,318 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 52,623 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 51,516 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 51,516 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2017 46,263 miles

EML on

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

Pass 13 Jan 2016 39,519 miles

slight play In offside front steering arm inner joint

Pass 27 Feb 2015 29,590 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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CS06 DLS is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CS06 DLS, 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 CS06 DLS registered?

CS06 DLS is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 3 March 2012.

Is CS06 DLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CS06 DLS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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