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NV61 FHD

2012 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,798 mi
Last recorded72,798 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2017
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV61 FHD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2017 72,798 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 69,957 miles

Offside Front Surface cracks in O.S.F.tyre tread.

Under trays fitted obscuring view.

Pass 26 Jan 2016 62,713 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 62,713 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 61,876 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2015 61,876 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front 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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NV61 FHD is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NV61 FHD, 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 NV61 FHD?

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What year was NV61 FHD registered?

NV61 FHD is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 19 January 2012.

Is NV61 FHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV61 FHD shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NV61 FHD have outstanding finance?

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