CarVerify

Free Car Check

MJ61 VCC

2012 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ61 VCC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 1 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2026
Pass 12 Oct 2024 110,477 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2024 110,467 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 14 Sep 2024 109,731 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2023 95,306 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2022 81,307 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 78,319 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 74,840 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Nearside front tyre has cut in sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2020 74,840 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Nearside headlight full of water. (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Offside lower front suspension arm ball joint worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Nearside front tyre has cut in sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 71,602 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 67,301 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 59,929 miles

plastic under trays fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2016 46,437 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 46,437 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 32,398 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 26,873 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
Full BMW 116 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MJ61 VCC is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 MJ61 VCC, 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

How do I check the history of MJ61 VCC?

You can check the full history of MJ61 VCC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MJ61 VCC registered?

MJ61 VCC is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 1 February 2012.

Is MJ61 VCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ61 VCC shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MJ61 VCC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MJ61 VCC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.