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GU62 ZLN

2012 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

151,989 mi
Last recorded151,989 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU62 ZLN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 151,989 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2026 151,988 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 138,948 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2024 124,973 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 102,426 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2023 102,426 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2022 91,310 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 83,536 miles

Offside Front Slight wear in steering rack/arm.

Pass 10 Feb 2020 68,854 miles

Offside Rear Slight damage to tyre outer wall

Pass 31 Jan 2019 58,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2018 51,494 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 48,460 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 48,455 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 38,986 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 38,986 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 38,986 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 38,986 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 29,313 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 ZLN is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 GU62 ZLN, 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 ZLN registered?

GU62 ZLN is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is GU62 ZLN safe to buy?

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