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FL12 GXZ

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

152,781 mi
Last recorded152,781 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL12 GXZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 152,781 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 124,221 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 May 2018 124,221 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 100,970 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 63,830 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 61,394 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 54,516 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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FL12 GXZ is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FL12 GXZ, 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 FL12 GXZ registered?

FL12 GXZ is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 16 March 2012.

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The MOT history for FL12 GXZ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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