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K155 GWT

2012 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

150,573 mi
Last recorded150,573 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK155 GWT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 150,573 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2025 145,923 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2023 144,745 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation inside headlamp (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 139,432 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation in headlamp (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 20 Oct 2022 139,432 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation in headlamp (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 128,052 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2021 128,052 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 116,364 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 100,338 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 88,356 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edges

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

Pass 26 Jun 2017 74,968 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 57,446 miles

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

N/s/r tyre on legal limit 1.6mm recommend replacement a.s.a.p.

Pass 25 Jun 2015 41,086 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 41,086 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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K155 GWT 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 78.6%.

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 K155 GWT, 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 K155 GWT registered?

K155 GWT is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 26 June 2012.

Is K155 GWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K155 GWT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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