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YH12 HVU

2012 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,470 mi
Last recorded86,470 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH12 HVU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2019 86,470 miles

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

Full nearside of car damaged

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Tyre slightly damaged All sidewalls kerb'd (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 84,259 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2018 84,259 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Nov 2017 79,868 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 75,170 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 65,789 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 65,755 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 48,170 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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YH12 HVU is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 YH12 HVU, 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 YH12 HVU registered?

YH12 HVU is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 10 April 2012.

Is YH12 HVU safe to buy?

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