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DS61 SXJ

2012 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

110,292 mi
Last recorded110,292 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 SXJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2020 110,292 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2019 98,724 miles

Engine Covers and Under Trays Fitted not Allowing Full Inspection of components

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle tested in wet Conditions

Pass 15 Aug 2018 85,578 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 79,594 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2016 66,037 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 66,037 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 52,796 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 47,035 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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DS61 SXJ is a 2012 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DS61 SXJ, 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 SXJ registered?

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

Is DS61 SXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS61 SXJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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