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SE12 DYB

2012 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,080 mi
Last recorded90,080 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE12 DYB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 23 Dec 2024 90,080 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 86,556 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 80,489 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 79,125 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 61,489 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2018 50,720 miles

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

UNDERTRAY/ENGINE COVER FITTED

Pass 5 Jun 2017 38,057 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge on limit (4.1.E.1)

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 7 Jun 2016 29,213 miles

Engine covers obscuring some components

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit Edge (4.1.E.1)

Under trays obscuring some components

Pass 10 Mar 2015 18,317 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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SE12 DYB is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 SE12 DYB, 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 SE12 DYB registered?

SE12 DYB is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 12 August 2012.

Is SE12 DYB safe to buy?

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