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GY12 YJD

2012 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,016 mi
Last recorded52,016 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 YJD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 13 Oct 2025 52,016 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 48,914 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

condensation in both headlamps

Pass 24 Oct 2023 46,254 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 43,459 miles

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

Nearside Rear nail in NSR tyre

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 39,681 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also various small cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also various small cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also various small cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also various small cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 37,149 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 31,483 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 27,217 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 20,709 miles

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

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 27 Apr 2016 16,130 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 11,595 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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GY12 YJD is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 GY12 YJD, 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 GY12 YJD registered?

GY12 YJD is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is GY12 YJD safe to buy?

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