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FD61 HWP

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

180,062 mi
Last recorded180,062 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD61 HWP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2023 180,062 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 173,252 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 171,585 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 163,404 miles

o/s/f inner steering arm has slight play

Fail 10 Jan 2020 163,404 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

o/s/f inner steering arm has slight play

Pass 18 Jan 2019 152,947 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective light illuminated (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2019 152,844 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective light illuminated (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 134,870 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 124,381 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 105,976 miles

Centre Rear view mirror broke

Exhaust flexi deteriorated and rattling

Fail 30 Dec 2015 105,976 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Centre Rear view mirror broke

Exhaust flexi deteriorated and rattling

Pass 5 Jan 2015 81,749 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 81,749 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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FD61 HWP is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FD61 HWP, 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.

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What year was FD61 HWP registered?

FD61 HWP is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 9 January 2012.

Is FD61 HWP safe to buy?

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