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EY12 OZB

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

209,952 mi
Last recorded209,952 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY12 OZB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 209,952 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect x4 (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 206,040 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective WATER INGRESS COULD CAUSE SHORT (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity WATERINGRESS (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect X4 (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 203,072 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2023 203,072 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm X4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 175,952 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2022 175,952 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Jan 2021 155,355 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2020 142,639 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 133,468 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 125,448 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 105,639 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 71,235 miles

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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EY12 OZB is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EY12 OZB, 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 EY12 OZB registered?

EY12 OZB is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 13 March 2012.

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The MOT history for EY12 OZB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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