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GV61 EOT

2012 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,700 mi
Last recorded103,700 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV61 EOT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Dec 2025 103,700 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 96,367 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 88,348 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2022 80,963 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 73,311 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2020 65,453 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 57,996 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 53,141 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 48,570 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 42,401 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 37,978 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 37,946 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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GV61 EOT is a 2012 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GV61 EOT, 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 GV61 EOT?

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What year was GV61 EOT registered?

GV61 EOT is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 23 February 2012.

Is GV61 EOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV61 EOT shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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