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N2 SEG

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

75,444 mi
Last recorded75,444 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN2 SEG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 75,444 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2026 56,154 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2025 73,412 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 May 2025 46,614 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear brake pads worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2024 70,592 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 38,133 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 66,454 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2023 66,454 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 36,135 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 62,366 miles

engine cover fitted

undertray fitted

Pass 8 Nov 2022 32,327 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 29,237 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2021 29,236 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2021 57,664 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 25,073 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 53,923 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 50,106 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2019 50,082 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2019 19,311 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 46,450 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 14,529 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 42,742 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 39,164 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 30,215 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 30,215 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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N2 SEG is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 N2 SEG, 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 N2 SEG registered?

N2 SEG is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is N2 SEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N2 SEG shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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