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VE61 TTU

2012 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,718 mi
Last recorded56,718 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 TTU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 Dec 2023 56,718 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 51,135 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2021 46,881 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 43,490 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre just above 1.6mm (legal limit ) and perished

Pass 27 Dec 2019 39,973 miles

front wipers smear

Pass 18 Dec 2018 33,397 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2018 29,028 miles

both front tyres worn on the outer edges

Pass 28 Dec 2016 24,251 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 15,683 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 11,921 miles

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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VE61 TTU is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 VE61 TTU, 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 VE61 TTU?

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What year was VE61 TTU registered?

VE61 TTU is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is VE61 TTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 TTU shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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