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WP61 VCD

2012 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,204 mi
Last recorded133,204 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP61 VCD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 133,204 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 129,017 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2024 129,017 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 126,457 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2022 122,689 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 19 Dec 2022 122,689 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Dec 2021 119,516 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 107,479 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 100,347 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2019 100,347 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 97,574 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 76,040 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs corroded (3.5.1i)

Fail 5 Jan 2018 76,038 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit nail in tyre (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 57,607 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 36,288 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 28,335 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/R Tyre Worn On Outer Edge.

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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WP61 VCD is a 2012 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 WP61 VCD, 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 WP61 VCD registered?

WP61 VCD is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is WP61 VCD safe to buy?

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