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DS61 SXB

2012 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

111,163 mi
Last recorded111,163 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 SXB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 111,163 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly damaged (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly damaged (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 11 Nov 2025 111,163 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly damaged (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly damaged (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 102,981 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light * Slightly Damaged * (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive * Light Leaking Of Diff Oil * (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light * Slightly Damaged * (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2024 102,981 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt * Upper Ball Joint Split * (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light * Slightly Damaged * (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge * Outer Edge Worn * (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive * Light Leaking Of Diff Oil * (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light * Slightly Damaged * (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 99,317 miles

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner rack has play ()

Fail 20 Nov 2023 99,317 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall has a bulge from something stuck between the bead and tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner rack has play ()

Pass 15 Nov 2022 85,321 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2022 85,321 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres perishing recommend change!!! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 78,224 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn to limit in paces along outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 74,718 miles

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

Offside Rear light damaged but not affecting lights

Pass 4 Nov 2019 69,021 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 58,943 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2018 58,943 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2017 50,196 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 Nov 2017 50,196 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 40,472 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 26,931 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 14,873 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 14,873 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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DS61 SXB is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DS61 SXB, 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 DS61 SXB registered?

DS61 SXB is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 20 January 2012.

Is DS61 SXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS61 SXB shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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