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GL12 WVT

2012 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

71,654 mi
Last recorded71,654 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 WVT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 71,654 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has condensation

Nearside Rear Coil Spring Covered in Mud - unable to check

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

Fail 26 Mar 2026 71,654 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has condensation

Nearside Rear Coil Spring Covered in Mud - unable to check

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

Pass 19 Mar 2025 66,535 miles

Covers and trays fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2024 62,112 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 58,927 miles

both front tyres getting low

Pass 1 Apr 2022 54,711 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 29 Mar 2021 49,801 miles

Rear Both Worn Close to Limit

Pass 15 Apr 2019 42,925 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 40,119 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 36,656 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 32,428 miles
Pass 3 May 2015 27,572 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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GL12 WVT is a 2012 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,995cc 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 GL12 WVT, 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 GL12 WVT registered?

GL12 WVT is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is GL12 WVT safe to buy?

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