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DK12 XZC

2012 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

98,097 mi
Last recorded98,097 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK12 XZC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 98,097 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 94,441 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 89,514 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2022 86,921 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 81,503 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 81,324 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2019 77,898 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 27 Dec 2018 67,869 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 60,542 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2017 60,542 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour both os and ns (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 49,236 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 44,232 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 36,480 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DK12 XZC is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 DK12 XZC, 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 DK12 XZC registered?

DK12 XZC is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is DK12 XZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK12 XZC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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