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CV12 JGF

2012 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,684 mi
Last recorded113,684 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV12 JGF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 113,684 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 110,524 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 104,702 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost exposing cords (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front brake caliper spring missing

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

Pass 29 Mar 2023 98,873 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2022 91,141 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 85,133 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Fail 17 Mar 2021 85,133 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Pass 13 Mar 2020 80,865 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 71,201 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5-4mm but worn bold on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 61,921 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Mar 2018 61,921 miles

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 55,152 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 46,794 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 35,899 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 35,899 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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CV12 JGF is a 2012 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol 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 CV12 JGF, 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 CV12 JGF registered?

CV12 JGF is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 1 April 2012.

Is CV12 JGF safe to buy?

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