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EG12 XLA

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2020
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,961 mi
Last recorded61,961 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG12 XLA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 25 Jan 2019 61,961 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

slight accident damage to offside front wing

Pass 12 Jan 2018 48,909 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 31 Jan 2017 34,481 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 31 Jan 2016 27,750 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 25,785 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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EG12 XLA is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 EG12 XLA, 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 EG12 XLA registered?

EG12 XLA is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 15 August 2012.

Is EG12 XLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG12 XLA shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EG12 XLA have outstanding finance?

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