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AF12 WNZ

2012 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

80,002 mi
Last recorded80,002 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 WNZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 80,002 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Mar 2026 79,927 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Delaminated (0.1 (d))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Power steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 70,042 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 63,891 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2024 63,981 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 55,942 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 54,255 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2022 54,253 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure damaged on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Nov 2021 50,577 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 48,694 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2020 48,694 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 46,603 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 42,552 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 37,425 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing low on outer edge

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

Offside Front tyre wearing low on outer edge

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Nov 2016 29,120 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 22,119 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 17,714 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 WNZ is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AF12 WNZ, 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 AF12 WNZ registered?

AF12 WNZ is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 3 March 2012.

Is AF12 WNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 WNZ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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