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VK12 ODY

2012 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,620 mi
Last recorded105,620 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 ODY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 105,620 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 100,408 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 97,160 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 97,160 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 92,468 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 88,770 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2022 88,770 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2021 85,634 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Mar 2020 82,394 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 74,949 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 69,232 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2017 59,276 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 56,578 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 48,882 miles

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

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

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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VK12 ODY is a 2012 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VK12 ODY, 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 VK12 ODY registered?

VK12 ODY is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is VK12 ODY safe to buy?

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