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RE12 HBG

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

124,473 mi
Last recorded124,473 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE12 HBG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2022 124,473 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 109,283 miles

Emission too clean

Pass 19 Jul 2019 94,735 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 94,735 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 81,797 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 69,859 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 54,539 miles

UNDER TRAY FITTED

Fail 3 Jun 2015 38,877 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2015 38,877 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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RE12 HBG is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RE12 HBG, 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

How do I check the history of RE12 HBG?

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What year was RE12 HBG registered?

RE12 HBG is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 20 June 2012.

Is RE12 HBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE12 HBG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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