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PM61 GRM

2012 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

142,270 mi
Last recorded142,270 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPM61 GRM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 142,270 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 136,997 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 128,375 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2023 118,492 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 110,175 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2022 110,171 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam all (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam all (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 98,417 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 71,611 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2020 71,611 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2019 38,755 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jan 2019 38,755 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2017 32,754 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 27,525 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 20,102 miles

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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PM61 GRM is a 2012 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 PM61 GRM, 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 PM61 GRM registered?

PM61 GRM is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 8 February 2012.

Is PM61 GRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for PM61 GRM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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