MOT Status
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164,237 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
undertray fitted
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced headlight full of condensation (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test dashcam disconnected ()
Offside Front inner track rod minor play
Offside Rear Outer Nail in tyre ()
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nsr & osr (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf & osf(frnt lower inner) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
undertray fitted
under tray fitted
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
undertray present
Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n.s & o.s (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
under trays fitted obscuring some components
Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n.s & o.s (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
under trays fitted obscuring some components
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
How Reliable is the BMW 116?
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WJ12 FZT is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.
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 WJ12 FZT, 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 WJ12 FZT registered?
WJ12 FZT is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 16 April 2012.
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