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FL62 YEX

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

146,282 mi
Last recorded146,282 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL62 YEX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 146,282 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2025 141,084 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2025 141,065 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 136,491 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 24 Jun 2023 128,798 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Jun 2022 123,211 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 123,209 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 123,138 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 119,736 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 112,724 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 105,943 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 99,613 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 91,328 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

undercovers fitted

Fail 24 May 2017 90,949 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

undercovers fitted

Pass 25 May 2016 71,942 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 52,788 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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FL62 YEX is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FL62 YEX, 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 FL62 YEX registered?

FL62 YEX is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 20 September 2012.

Is FL62 YEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL62 YEX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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