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B9 NWF

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests28 (22 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

103,836 mi
Last recorded103,836 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 NWF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

22 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 103,836 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2025 149,956 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2025 149,956 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 85,779 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2024 131,698 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items.

Fail 4 Jun 2024 131,698 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items.

Pass 15 Dec 2023 69,291 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 53,109 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 123,842 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 51,207 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2022 51,205 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Apr 2021 103,474 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2021 103,439 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner shoulder

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

both front tyres worn on outer shoulder

Pass 25 Nov 2020 46,407 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 45,609 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 93,595 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 44,147 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 85,272 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 43,778 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 80,748 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 43,010 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front and rear brake discs are corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2016 71,769 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 41,986 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 35,989 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear brake discs slightly corroded and lipped

Fail 3 Dec 2014 35,985 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear brake discs slightly corroded and lipped

Pass 5 Dec 2013 28,863 miles

both front tyres showing signs of cracking in the treads--REC ATTENTION

stonechip with small cracks in zone "B" of front screen--REC ATTENTION

Pass 26 Nov 2012 20,346 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)

Fail 26 Nov 2012 20,346 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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B9 NWF is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 B9 NWF, 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.

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What year was B9 NWF registered?

B9 NWF is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 18 November 2012.

Is B9 NWF safe to buy?

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