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GC09 CON

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

133,437 mi
Last recorded133,437 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC09 CON
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 133,437 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2025 124,281 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 123,494 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 28 Nov 2022 111,689 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 102,729 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 94,646 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 13 May 2019 83,746 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 83,746 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 62,721 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2017 49,375 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 32,801 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 May 2015 17,931 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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GC09 CON is a 2012 BMW 116 in White 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 GC09 CON, 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 GC09 CON registered?

GC09 CON is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 26 October 2012.

Is GC09 CON safe to buy?

The MOT history for GC09 CON 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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