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MR59 ENK

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,153 mi
Last recorded73,153 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR59 ENK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 73,153 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 67,010 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Dec 2024 67,010 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 62,672 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2023 62,672 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2022 57,414 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2/3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 50,567 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 48,370 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 46,232 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 43,586 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 40,973 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 36,992 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 30,264 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2016 30,264 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in tread cords visible (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both fronts (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre heavily worn on inner and outer shoulder nearly down to cords

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 24,414 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyre wearing on both inner & outer edges

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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MR59 ENK is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 MR59 ENK, 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 MR59 ENK registered?

MR59 ENK is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 20 January 2012.

Is MR59 ENK safe to buy?

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