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CE12 TZV

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

173,553 mi
Last recorded173,553 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE12 TZV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 173,553 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2025 163,614 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 2 Aug 2025 163,614 miles

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 15 May 2025 163,594 miles

Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Lens Cracked and Broken (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2024 128,632 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 114,923 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 96,895 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 85,490 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 66,002 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 60,516 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 53,699 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 53,698 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 46,480 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear wheel buckled

Fail 26 Apr 2016 46,479 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear wheel buckled

Pass 31 Mar 2015 37,003 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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CE12 TZV 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 73.3%.

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 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 CE12 TZV, 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 CE12 TZV registered?

CE12 TZV is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 10 April 2012.

Is CE12 TZV safe to buy?

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