MOT Status
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191,956 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front Inner Steering linkage deformed but serviceable steering rack bush/joint has slight wear - keep under observation (2.1.3 (c) (i))
Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle / differential has a slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated prop shaft rubber joint (doughnut) is deteriorating - needs to be kept under observation (6.1.7 (d) (i))
underfloor covers/panels fitted not allowing full access to some underfloor components
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear - worn very close to the limit (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear - worn very close to the limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Exhaust silencer has been removed from the rear of the vehicle at time of test - this has had no affect on the emissions or noise level
Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear - worn very close to the limit (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil just starting to leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear - worn very close to the limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Exhaust silencer has been removed from the rear of the vehicle at time of test - this has had no affect on the emissions or noise level
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
TYRE PRESSURE WARNING LAMP ON
Offside Rear DIFF OIL SEAL LEAKING
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
nearside rear tyre side wall damaged
under trays and engine cover fitted obscuring inspection of some components
engine covers and under trays fitted
trigger point not met
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the BMW 116?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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M28 FSL is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.
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 M28 FSL, 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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M28 FSL is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 26 July 2012.
Is M28 FSL safe to buy?
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