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SL62 CHN

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

133,384 mi
Last recorded133,384 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL62 CHN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 133,384 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2026 133,383 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing TOP COVER INSECURE (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2025 127,121 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2025 127,121 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 120,549 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2023 115,524 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2023 115,519 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 111,111 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 104,216 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 89,641 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 80,004 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 67,120 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 52,595 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 40,989 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 30,494 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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SL62 CHN is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SL62 CHN, 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 SL62 CHN registered?

SL62 CHN is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is SL62 CHN safe to buy?

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