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MJ12 GRX

2012 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,267 mi
Last recorded131,267 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2018
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ12 GRX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2018 131,267 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 112,201 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2017 112,201 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

brake warning light on

Pass 4 Mar 2016 93,447 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 81,832 miles

rear tyres on 2.0 and 2.5 mm

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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MJ12 GRX is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MJ12 GRX, 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 MJ12 GRX registered?

MJ12 GRX is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is MJ12 GRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ12 GRX shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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