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MM52 MTM

2012 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

120,227 mi
Last recorded120,227 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM52 MTM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 120,227 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 28 Jan 2026 120,227 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Oct 2024 114,860 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Oct 2023 109,214 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Oct 2022 103,555 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 99,745 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2021 99,745 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 90,959 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2020 90,959 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Apr 2019 78,689 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Mar 2019 78,684 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Feb 2018 73,797 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 63,931 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 May 2016 58,436 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 43,603 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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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MM52 MTM is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 MM52 MTM, 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 MM52 MTM registered?

MM52 MTM is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 4 May 2012.

Is MM52 MTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM52 MTM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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