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YC62 DTZ

2012 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,529 mi
Last recorded40,529 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 DTZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 40,529 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 37,047 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 33,685 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear seats ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 30,682 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper blade split (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2022 30,682 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper blade split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 27,117 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Nov 2021 27,116 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 24,780 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 23,185 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 22,266 miles

front and rear brake discs slightly worn and corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2017 19,240 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 18,217 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 14,301 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 11,552 miles

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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YC62 DTZ is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YC62 DTZ, 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 YC62 DTZ registered?

YC62 DTZ is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is YC62 DTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC62 DTZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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