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DG12 UFV

2012 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

134,096 mi
Last recorded134,096 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 UFV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 134,096 miles

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

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

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

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

TPMS Light On

Pass 30 Oct 2024 120,890 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 97,017 miles

undertrays and covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Nov 2022 89,136 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Nov 2021 74,449 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 28 Oct 2021 74,386 miles

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 62,784 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Apr 2019 50,765 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 10 Apr 2018 44,838 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 37,816 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 31,419 miles

Offside Front tyre has a nail in tread

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)

under trays and covers fitted

Fail 7 Apr 2016 31,419 miles

Offside Front tyre has a nail in tread

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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)

under trays and covers fitted

Pass 7 Apr 2015 21,918 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

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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DG12 UFV is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 DG12 UFV, 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 DG12 UFV registered?

DG12 UFV is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 1 May 2012.

Is DG12 UFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG12 UFV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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