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YB61 CWV

2012 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

110,301 mi
Last recorded110,301 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 CWV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 110,301 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 109,283 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 105,529 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 99,019 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 92,278 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 91,227 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2021 91,227 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 88,618 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 75,703 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 73,404 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 58,648 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2017 58,648 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Jan 2017 47,060 miles

Under tray and Engine cover fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2016 38,701 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 28,186 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YB61 CWV is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YB61 CWV, 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 YB61 CWV registered?

YB61 CWV is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 18 January 2012.

Is YB61 CWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 CWV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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