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DN12 OTJ

2012 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

90,987 mi
Last recorded90,987 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN12 OTJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2023 90,987 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 83,306 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 75,332 miles

Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019 62,057 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

o/s/f tyre low tread on edges

Pass 11 Jun 2018 54,164 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 44,365 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 41,318 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 41,318 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 28,097 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 OTJ is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DN12 OTJ, 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 DN12 OTJ registered?

DN12 OTJ is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is DN12 OTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN12 OTJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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