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YG12 GXS

2012 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

78,809 mi
Last recorded78,809 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG12 GXS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2024 78,809 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 70,458 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2023 70,458 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 61,978 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 51,586 miles

Offside Rear number plate lens missing

under shields fitted

Fail 19 Mar 2021 51,586 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer, deep cut in tread, possible glint of cord, small nail, advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear number plate lens missing

under shields fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2020 47,094 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 47,094 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 38,645 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 34,332 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 33,456 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 32,574 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 32,071 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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YG12 GXS is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YG12 GXS, 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

How do I check the history of YG12 GXS?

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What year was YG12 GXS registered?

YG12 GXS is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is YG12 GXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG12 GXS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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