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CX12 VUB

2012 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

63,977 mi
Last recorded63,977 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX12 VUB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 63,977 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 55,559 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 48,337 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2024 48,337 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2023 38,584 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2022 27,606 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2021 22,569 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2020 19,443 miles

nsf tyre worn on inner and outer edges

osf tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 21 Mar 2019 10,537 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 9,182 miles

O/S/F and O/S/R tyres slightly cracking in tread. No cords showing at time of test.

Fail 23 Mar 2018 9,182 miles

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

O/S/F and O/S/R tyres slightly cracking in tread. No cords showing at time of test.

Pass 16 Mar 2017 8,068 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 6,999 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 5,174 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 VUB is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VUB, 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 VUB registered?

CX12 VUB is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is CX12 VUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX12 VUB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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