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FG62 CXA

2012 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,420 mi
Last recorded133,420 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG62 CXA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 133,420 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on outer side wall (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front daylight is not working

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2026 133,419 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on outer side wall (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front daylight is not working

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2026 131,951 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front drl is not working

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracks in treads (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front tyre slightly worn outer edge

both front head lamps have slight condensation

hand brake lever has slight extra reserve travel

slightly oil leak

Pass 29 Oct 2024 120,023 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 113,935 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Fail 27 Oct 2023 113,935 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 25 Oct 2022 103,909 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2022 103,908 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 93,923 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 79,765 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 70,192 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread yellow background faded (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 62,721 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 59,608 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

emissions too clean to read

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2016 48,185 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of under body

Pass 15 Dec 2015 39,855 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 36,248 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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FG62 CXA is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FG62 CXA, 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 FG62 CXA registered?

FG62 CXA is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 30 September 2012.

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