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WJ12 GBF

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,547 mi
Last recorded92,547 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ12 GBF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2019 92,547 miles

N/S/R tyre worn to 2mm wear bars

Plastic covers fitted to engine,both sills and underneath vehicle

Pass 12 Feb 2018 84,106 miles

only 1 run flat tyre fitted to nearside rear

Fail 6 Feb 2018 84,105 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

only 1 run flat tyre fitted to nearside rear

Pass 3 Jun 2017 82,337 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 66,552 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 60,870 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 60,870 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 46,319 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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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WJ12 GBF is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 WJ12 GBF, 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 WJ12 GBF registered?

WJ12 GBF is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is WJ12 GBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ12 GBF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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