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YS61 OLN

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

164,535 mi
Last recorded164,535 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS61 OLN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 164,535 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four road tyres (5.2.3 (e))

horn poor operation

rear shocker covers insecure and both front split

Fail 30 Jan 2026 164,535 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Position lamp not working Both sides front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both sides rear (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four road tyres (5.2.3 (e))

horn poor operation

rear shocker covers insecure and both front split

Pass 13 Jan 2025 150,803 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2024 145,298 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 125,603 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 119,273 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2021 119,273 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 112,537 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 94,201 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 74,791 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2017 71,849 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2016 68,783 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 63,116 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 63,116 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 62,606 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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YS61 OLN is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YS61 OLN, 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 YS61 OLN registered?

YS61 OLN is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 25 January 2012.

Is YS61 OLN safe to buy?

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