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RE12 XVC

2012 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

257,060 mi
Last recorded257,060 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE12 XVC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2023 257,060 miles

Central Rear Differential leak

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2023 257,050 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Rear Differential leak

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 235,857 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 208,470 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 183,393 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear diff leaking oil

internal headlight adjuster not working

Fail 11 Mar 2020 183,378 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear diff leaking oil

internal headlight adjuster not working

Pass 11 Mar 2019 169,025 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 159,958 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 147,485 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 118,384 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 89,035 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 89,035 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.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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RE12 XVC is a 2012 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XVC, 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 RE12 XVC registered?

RE12 XVC is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 16 May 2012.

Is RE12 XVC safe to buy?

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