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DF12 TXE

2012 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

66,960 mi
Last recorded66,960 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 TXE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 66,960 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2025 66,960 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 61,949 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 54,227 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2022 50,101 miles

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

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 6 Oct 2021 43,489 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 42,747 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 37,831 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 35,072 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 32,269 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 29,441 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front 225/40/18 rf (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 26,612 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 TXE is a 2012 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DF12 TXE, 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

How do I check the history of DF12 TXE?

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What year was DF12 TXE registered?

DF12 TXE is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is DF12 TXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 TXE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF12 TXE have outstanding finance?

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