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FP61 VVK

2012 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

141,740 mi
Last recorded141,740 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP61 VVK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2024 141,740 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side inner and outer (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 13 Nov 2024 141,740 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side inner and outer (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 14 Nov 2023 132,335 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and Offside ()

Pass 14 Nov 2022 121,800 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 118,591 miles

Nearside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 11 Jan 2022 118,473 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 109,769 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 109,769 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2020 96,812 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2020 96,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 91,310 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2018 91,310 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 85,670 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 78,409 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 71,606 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 53,475 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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FP61 VVK is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FP61 VVK, 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 FP61 VVK registered?

FP61 VVK is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 20 February 2012.

Is FP61 VVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP61 VVK shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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