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PO61 UPT

2012 BMW 116

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,858 mi
Last recorded79,858 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO61 UPT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 79,858 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to smear slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside headlamp has got condensation in but not effecting beam image at time of test recommend attention

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to smear slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2025 75,461 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2025 75,457 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2025 74,556 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 64,091 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2023 63,979 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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PO61 UPT is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PO61 UPT, 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 PO61 UPT registered?

PO61 UPT is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 24 February 2012.

Is PO61 UPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO61 UPT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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