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X26 XCF

2012 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

100,896 mi
Last recorded100,896 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX26 XCF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 100,896 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2025 96,985 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2024 88,055 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2023 77,589 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 69,933 miles

engin cover + under tray fitted

Pass 31 Aug 2021 61,638 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 55,259 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 10 Dec 2020 55,259 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2019 51,830 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 47,130 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 15 Nov 2017 43,774 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2016 37,926 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 28,114 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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X26 XCF is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 X26 XCF, 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 X26 XCF registered?

X26 XCF is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 12 December 2012.

Is X26 XCF safe to buy?

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