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R31 SPT

2012 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

129,225 mi
Last recorded129,225 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 SPT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 129,225 miles

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

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

Offside Rear registration plate lamp dim.

Fail 16 Dec 2025 129,217 miles

Nearside Front Brake performance unable to be tested fluctuating unable to do balance check. (1.2.1 (g))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear registration plate lamp dim.

Pass 17 Dec 2024 119,632 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 107,322 miles

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

Offside Front headlamp slightly high but in accepted region

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

Pass 19 Dec 2022 92,039 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 72,340 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2021 72,340 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 49,404 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 47,928 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 45,322 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 44,664 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 39,282 miles

Rear Tyres slightly perished

Fail 26 Jan 2018 39,282 miles

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

Rear Tyres slightly perished

Pass 28 Jan 2017 34,544 miles

all four tyres are perishing

Pass 20 Feb 2016 29,239 miles

Under trays fitted

Both rear tyres perished

Engine covers fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2014 15,397 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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R31 SPT is a 2012 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R31 SPT, 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 R31 SPT registered?

R31 SPT is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 2 August 2012.

Is R31 SPT safe to buy?

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