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CX12 VNF

2012 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

104,209 mi
Last recorded104,209 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX12 VNF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2023 104,209 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 98,303 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 95,043 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 91,304 miles

Nearside headlamp has condensation

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 83,479 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 74,571 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 74,559 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 60,261 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 51,932 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2016 28,681 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 28,588 miles

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

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

Undershields fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2015 21,863 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 35,185 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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CX12 VNF is a 2012 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,598cc 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 CX12 VNF, 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 CX12 VNF registered?

CX12 VNF is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is CX12 VNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX12 VNF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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