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EK62 VDE

2012 BMW 116

Orange Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,412 mi
Last recorded63,412 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK62 VDE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2025 63,412 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on brake surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on the brake surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 61,206 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 59,804 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Nov 2022 58,096 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

drivers seat damaged

Pass 17 Nov 2021 56,663 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre (Runflat tyre) ()

Pass 25 Nov 2020 54,882 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 49,165 miles

Nearside Front 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 26 Nov 2018 42,658 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45/18 Runflat (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 245/45/18 Runflat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 36,014 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 30,220 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 23,554 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

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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EK62 VDE is a 2012 BMW 116 in Orange with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 EK62 VDE, 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 EK62 VDE registered?

EK62 VDE is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is EK62 VDE safe to buy?

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