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SW61 GRU

2012 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,713 mi
Last recorded71,713 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW61 GRU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 71,713 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 71,713 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 67,750 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 63,994 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 59,952 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 57,463 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 55,692 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 49,310 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 49,281 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 41,228 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre inner wall ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 33,109 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 25,113 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 18,450 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 18,447 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm run flat 225/45/17y (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 16,058 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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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SW61 GRU is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol 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 SW61 GRU, 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 SW61 GRU?

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What year was SW61 GRU registered?

SW61 GRU is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 16 February 2012.

Is SW61 GRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW61 GRU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW61 GRU have outstanding finance?

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