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GL61 XHA

2012 BMW 116

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

79,744 mi
Last recorded79,744 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL61 XHA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 79,744 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone 'a'. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2023 75,418 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 64,964 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2021 47,666 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 46,163 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 37,753 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 May 2018 33,978 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 30,174 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 26,429 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 24,911 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 24,911 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 19,625 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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GL61 XHA is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc petrol 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 GL61 XHA, 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

How do I check the history of GL61 XHA?

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What year was GL61 XHA registered?

GL61 XHA is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 6 January 2012.

Is GL61 XHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL61 XHA 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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