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HIL 2519

2012 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

134,423 mi
Last recorded134,423 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIL 2519
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 134,423 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) excessive (needs attention) ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rears (lower coils) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

coolant level low

front number plate cracked

nearside front day time running light not working

surface corrosion underneath on some components and under body

Fail 25 Feb 2026 134,422 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak and cover loose (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak and cover loose (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) excessive (needs attention) ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

coolant level low

front number plate cracked

nearside front day time running light not working

surface corrosion underneath on some components and under body

Pass 18 Feb 2025 129,513 miles

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

n/s/f dtr lamp inop

rear shocker covers loose and bump stop rubbers split

Fail 13 Feb 2025 129,504 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

n/s/f dtr lamp inop

rear shocker covers loose and bump stop rubbers split

Pass 2 Mar 2024 126,007 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 122,801 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 114,991 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 106,857 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 101,815 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 91,648 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2018 79,765 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 68,608 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 57,849 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 47,095 miles

nearside front tyre worn outer edge

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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HIL 2519 is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc 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 HIL 2519, 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.

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HIL 2519 is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 1 January 2012.

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