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BG12 UAX

2012 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

138,517 mi
Last recorded138,517 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 UAX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 138,517 miles

Nearside Front fog not working

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

Fail 16 Jan 2026 138,388 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 129,383 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Jan 2024 119,133 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Jan 2023 114,873 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 110,604 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 2 nails ()

Pass 12 Jan 2021 105,142 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 101,698 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged both inner and outer walls damaged possibly been run on flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 94,235 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 94,235 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2018 86,691 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 77,144 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 63,022 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 49,817 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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BG12 UAX is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BG12 UAX, 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 BG12 UAX registered?

BG12 UAX is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is BG12 UAX safe to buy?

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