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PY62 VCL

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2022
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,664 mi
Last recorded31,664 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY62 VCL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2021 31,664 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Apr 2019 31,200 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 30,047 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 29,781 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 29,781 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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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PY62 VCL is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PY62 VCL, 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 PY62 VCL registered?

PY62 VCL is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is PY62 VCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY62 VCL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PY62 VCL have outstanding finance?

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