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EK12 SVZ

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,569 mi
Last recorded159,569 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK12 SVZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 159,569 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2026 159,548 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 156,214 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 146,228 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Feb 2024 146,228 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2023 139,396 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2022 130,899 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 121,962 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 117,378 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 111,070 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2018 103,660 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 95,743 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 38,071 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 65,219 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Apr 2015 65,219 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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EK12 SVZ is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EK12 SVZ, 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 EK12 SVZ registered?

EK12 SVZ is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 17 April 2012.

Is EK12 SVZ safe to buy?

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