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MM12 EYJ

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

87,261 mi
Last recorded87,261 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM12 EYJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 87,261 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 83,078 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 79,531 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 79,498 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 74,931 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 66,979 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 57,287 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 49,926 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 42,354 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 35,306 miles

Nearside Rear unable to check seat belt, due to baby seat fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2015 29,114 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f tyre low tread

o/s/r tyre low tread

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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MM12 EYJ is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MM12 EYJ, 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 MM12 EYJ?

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What year was MM12 EYJ registered?

MM12 EYJ is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 26 July 2012.

Is MM12 EYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM12 EYJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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