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SG12 DAK

2012 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

129,215 mi
Last recorded129,215 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG12 DAK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 129,215 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 123,131 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2025 122,845 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 111,678 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2023 97,676 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 90,419 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 84,571 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2020 80,557 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 75,505 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 64,637 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 55,676 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (3.5.1i)

front bumper broken along bottom.

Pass 28 Feb 2016 38,066 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 24,187 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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SG12 DAK is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SG12 DAK, 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 SG12 DAK registered?

SG12 DAK is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is SG12 DAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG12 DAK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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