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MV62 WTU

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

102,867 mi
Last recorded102,867 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV62 WTU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 102,867 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted obscuring inspection of underside components

Fail 1 Jun 2026 102,867 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted obscuring inspection of underside components

Pass 22 May 2025 97,873 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 83,712 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 80,995 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 77,915 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 74,517 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 74,517 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 71,326 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test satnav

Pass 14 Sep 2019 66,249 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Oct 2018 57,489 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 48,501 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 42,657 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 42,521 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 42,521 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 36,015 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2015 35,935 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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MV62 WTU is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 MV62 WTU, 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 MV62 WTU registered?

MV62 WTU is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 3 September 2012.

Is MV62 WTU safe to buy?

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