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RV62 VMH

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

66,476 mi
Last recorded66,476 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV62 VMH
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2021 66,476 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted badly damaged around rim but still allowing tyre bead to seat (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2021 66,465 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Steering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))

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

Steering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on edges and badly cracking around treads (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted badly damaged around rim but still allowing tyre bead to seat (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 62,262 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 54,585 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 44,581 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 31,961 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 31,928 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working side repeater (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 25,452 miles

Advise front caliper pistons almost fully extenned

Pass 14 Aug 2015 22,994 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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RV62 VMH is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc 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 RV62 VMH, 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.

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What year was RV62 VMH registered?

RV62 VMH is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 4 September 2012.

Is RV62 VMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV62 VMH 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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