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FG12 BJO

2012 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,340 mi
Last recorded112,340 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2018
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 BJO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2018 112,340 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2018 112,340 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 108,241 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Coolant leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 88,101 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 75,647 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FG12 BJO is a 2012 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 FG12 BJO, 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 FG12 BJO registered?

FG12 BJO is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 17 May 2012.

Is FG12 BJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG12 BJO shows 5 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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