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EX12 NJJ

2012 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,786 mi
Last recorded57,786 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX12 NJJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 57,786 miles

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

Offside Rear 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))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 57,786 miles

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

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

Offside Rear 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))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 56,062 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 53,101 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 50,581 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 47,968 miles

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

engine cover fitted preventing thorough inspection of vehicle components

undertrays fitted preventing thorough inspection of under vehicle components

Pass 12 Oct 2020 45,251 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 42,034 miles

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

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Oct 2018 38,707 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 38,707 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2017 34,373 miles

Offside Front tyre has age cracks and low tread outer edge

Pass 31 Aug 2016 30,467 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 30,467 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 26,077 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 25,428 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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EX12 NJJ is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EX12 NJJ, 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 EX12 NJJ registered?

EX12 NJJ is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is EX12 NJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX12 NJJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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