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AF12 HRC

2012 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

113,878 mi
Last recorded113,878 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 HRC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 113,878 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 107,798 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip in zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 101,308 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 91,232 miles

Slight stone chip on screen but not affecting drivers view

Pass 14 Jul 2021 84,239 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 80,477 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 75,008 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 64,942 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 49,476 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 47,345 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 37,973 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2016 37,973 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 28,097 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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AF12 HRC is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AF12 HRC, 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 AF12 HRC?

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What year was AF12 HRC registered?

AF12 HRC is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 15 March 2012.

Is AF12 HRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 HRC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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