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K30 AJE

2012 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,271 mi
Last recorded55,271 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK30 AJE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 May 2025 55,271 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2024 49,197 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 45,503 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 45,221 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 37,715 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 26,433 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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K30 AJE is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 K30 AJE, 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 K30 AJE registered?

K30 AJE is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is K30 AJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for K30 AJE shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K30 AJE have outstanding finance?

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