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VO12 XMT

2012 BMW 116

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,123 mi
Last recorded111,123 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO12 XMT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2022 111,123 miles

Nearside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 105,170 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 98,509 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 98,509 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 94,518 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 94,509 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam O/S & N/S front main beam not working (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function O/S & N/S front shock absorbers weak, not functioning correctly (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function Rear shock absorbers weak not functioning correctly (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 82,014 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Feb 2018 67,995 miles

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)

Fail 13 Feb 2018 67,995 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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 Jan 2017 58,731 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 49,626 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 36,934 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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VO12 XMT is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VO12 XMT, 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.

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What year was VO12 XMT registered?

VO12 XMT is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 27 March 2012.

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