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FP12 SWF

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

181,137 mi
Last recorded181,137 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP12 SWF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2020 181,137 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 160,234 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 160,234 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 144,841 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2016 128,009 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nsr +osr shock bump stops split

osf tyre starting to wear outer edge

Fail 18 May 2016 127,866 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nsr +osr shock bump stops split

osf tyre starting to wear outer edge

Pass 26 May 2015 99,156 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

wipers smear screen

Fail 26 May 2015 99,156 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

wipers smear screen

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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FP12 SWF is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FP12 SWF, 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 FP12 SWF registered?

FP12 SWF is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 1 June 2012.

Is FP12 SWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP12 SWF shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FP12 SWF have outstanding finance?

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