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DF12 GJU

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

105,676 mi
Last recorded105,676 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 GJU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 105,676 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2026 105,675 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both Lamps (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2025 101,168 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2025 101,168 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 97,277 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 92,932 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH rear tyres cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 88,827 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 85,564 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 84,040 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Mar 2020 84,040 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 72,953 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 63,110 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm and tread cracking limit is 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm with outer tread cracking (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f tyre outer tread cracking

Pass 2 Mar 2017 51,552 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

n/s/r tyre tread just over 3mm

Pass 11 Mar 2016 38,776 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 31,938 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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DF12 GJU is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc diesel 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 DF12 GJU, 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 DF12 GJU registered?

DF12 GJU is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is DF12 GJU safe to buy?

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