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FN62 NDG

2012 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

156,312 mi
Last recorded156,312 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN62 NDG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 156,312 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 143,414 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 136,299 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 130,233 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 123,446 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 109,721 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2020 109,720 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 87,530 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 83,104 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 78,339 miles

the vehicle passed the emissions test no print out was produced due to low emissions

Pass 17 May 2016 73,347 miles

the vehicle passed the emissions test, no printout was produced due to low emissions

Pass 21 May 2015 66,505 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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FN62 NDG is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,598cc diesel 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 FN62 NDG, 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 FN62 NDG registered?

FN62 NDG is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is FN62 NDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN62 NDG 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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