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PE12 DKU

2012 BMW 316

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

153,255 mi
Last recorded153,255 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 31687,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE12 DKU
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 153,255 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2024 147,524 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 143,392 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2022 137,508 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play bottom (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 133,218 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Nov 2020 128,225 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play bottom (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2019 123,671 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 116,780 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 110,692 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 104,614 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 104,614 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 86,937 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 86,937 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 58,853 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 16 Mar 2015 58,853 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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PE12 DKU is a 2012 BMW 316 in Black 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 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 87,701 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PE12 DKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PE12 DKU?

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What year was PE12 DKU registered?

PE12 DKU is a 2012 BMW 316, first registered on 5 April 2012.

Is PE12 DKU safe to buy?

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