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CN12 DZM

2012 BMW 116

Orange Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

210,378 mi
Last recorded210,378 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN12 DZM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 210,378 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring view of testable items

Pass 9 Jun 2025 125,180 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 122,942 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 119,125 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 114,558 miles

both front tyres wear outer edges

Pass 20 Nov 2021 104,305 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2021 104,303 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 95,354 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Nov 2019 85,636 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2019 85,636 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 68,102 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 57,965 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH REAR (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 47,381 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 37,138 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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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CN12 DZM is a 2012 BMW 116 in Orange with a 1,995cc 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 CN12 DZM, 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 CN12 DZM registered?

CN12 DZM is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is CN12 DZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN12 DZM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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