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GU62 WBF

2012 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

138,870 mi
Last recorded138,870 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU62 WBF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 138,870 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2025 134,371 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 127,069 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Covers and undertrays fitted

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlight slightly damaged but no sharp edges exposed

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

Pass 6 Sep 2023 119,551 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Sep 2023 119,551 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 109,554 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 103,479 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 93,700 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 90,659 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 90,653 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed marked in yellow (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre centre tread area of tyre

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front inner outer edges of tyre wearing thin

Pass 5 Nov 2018 84,190 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 75,009 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2016 59,000 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 42,144 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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GU62 WBF is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GU62 WBF, 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 GU62 WBF registered?

GU62 WBF is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is GU62 WBF safe to buy?

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