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VN12 ADO

2012 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

98,362 mi
Last recorded98,362 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN12 ADO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 98,362 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

coolant leak

Fail 13 Dec 2025 98,351 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Dec 2024 93,735 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2024 93,735 miles

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

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 88,707 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2023 88,969 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2022 84,996 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 79,802 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 79,732 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Dec 2020 70,782 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 57,853 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 57,853 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 46,547 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 35,039 miles

nearside front tyre worn heavily on outer edge

Pass 13 Jun 2016 24,216 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2015 18,826 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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VN12 ADO is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 VN12 ADO, 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 VN12 ADO registered?

VN12 ADO is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 30 April 2012.

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