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DN12 CDX

2012 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

142,014 mi
Last recorded142,014 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN12 CDX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 142,014 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 129,762 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 117,361 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 106,081 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 95,487 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 89,516 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020 83,287 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 75,492 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 63,572 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 50,881 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 45,904 miles

Under trays and engine cover obscuring some components

Pass 20 Feb 2015 41,517 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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DN12 CDX is a 2012 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DN12 CDX, 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 DN12 CDX?

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What year was DN12 CDX registered?

DN12 CDX is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 2 May 2012.

Is DN12 CDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN12 CDX shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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