MOT Status
ValidMileage
95,555 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Nearside Front drl inop
Rear there is a large imbalance across the park brake axle the system may require adjustment or repair
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Nearside Front drl inop
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
Rear there is a large imbalance across the park brake axle the system may require adjustment or repair
Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Punctured ()
Engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some testable components
Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust system insecure Disconnected at front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
Engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some testable components
Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
undertrays fitted obscuring some components
Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
undertrays fitted obscuring some components
Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
engine top cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components
Nearside Side repeater not working built into mirror (1.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the BMW 116?
Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SW12 KCN is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 SW12 KCN, 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 SW12 KCN?
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What year was SW12 KCN registered?
SW12 KCN is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 3 July 2012.
Is SW12 KCN safe to buy?
The MOT history for SW12 KCN shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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