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FH61 DZN

2012 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

114,008 mi
Last recorded114,008 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH61 DZN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 114,008 miles

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

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2024 107,639 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 96,140 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 96,140 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 85,415 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 74,210 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 65,179 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Valve stem slightly damaged O/S/F N/S/F & O/S/R splitting (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 52,778 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 45,538 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 38,084 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 28,374 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 23,304 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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FH61 DZN is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FH61 DZN, 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 FH61 DZN registered?

FH61 DZN is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 25 January 2012.

Is FH61 DZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH61 DZN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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