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DG12 TJY

2012 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

49,913 mi
Last recorded49,913 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 TJY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 49,913 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear close to legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 44,736 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 44,736 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2024 41,798 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 38,581 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 36,148 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 33,267 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Mar 2020 31,781 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 26,813 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 22,929 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 18,667 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2016 14,571 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2015 10,995 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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DG12 TJY is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red 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 DG12 TJY, 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 DG12 TJY?

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What year was DG12 TJY registered?

DG12 TJY is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 10 April 2012.

Is DG12 TJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG12 TJY 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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