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RE12 XYS

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,765 mi
Last recorded114,765 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE12 XYS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2026 114,765 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 106,032 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 97,548 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 90,969 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2021 84,165 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 78,795 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 71,798 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 68,137 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Jul 2018 61,828 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 52,070 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Nearside Front perishedTyre

Nearside Rear perishedTyre

Pass 25 May 2016 43,897 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 May 2015 35,873 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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 XYS is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RE12 XYS, 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 XYS?

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What year was RE12 XYS registered?

RE12 XYS is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is RE12 XYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE12 XYS shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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