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D8 VVN

2012 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,123 mi
Last recorded98,123 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD8 VVN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 98,123 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2024 95,922 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Fail 29 Nov 2024 95,917 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 25 Nov 2023 92,103 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil shocker seems to be damp (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 89,207 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 86,991 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 83,546 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 62,199 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 55,777 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 48,205 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 31,365 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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D8 VVN is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 D8 VVN, 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 D8 VVN registered?

D8 VVN is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 21 August 2012.

Is D8 VVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for D8 VVN shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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