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PN12 VXX

2012 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

97,531 mi
Last recorded97,531 miles
Recorded on18 May 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN12 VXX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2024 97,531 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 93,326 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 87,335 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2021 84,202 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 78,645 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 73,690 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 73,680 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 65,726 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 65,726 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 56,490 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 40,248 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre devoid of tread on outer shoulders

Offside Rear Tyre devoid of tread on outer shoulders

Under tray fitted

Fail 3 Oct 2016 40,248 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre devoid of tread on outer shoulder

Offside Front Tyre devoid of tread on outer shoulder

Under tray fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2015 24,170 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 22,943 miles

child seat fitted n/s/r seat belt not checked

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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PN12 VXX is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol 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 PN12 VXX, 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 PN12 VXX registered?

PN12 VXX is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is PN12 VXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN12 VXX 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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