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FG12 KTD

2012 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

117,406 mi
Last recorded117,406 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 KTD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 117,406 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2025 113,031 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2024 107,004 miles

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

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

vehicle under trays fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2023 100,167 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 91,302 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 90,317 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 88,024 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 84,385 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 79,854 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 75,457 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 70,717 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 59,532 miles

child seat fitted

Fail 29 Jan 2016 59,532 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

child seat fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2015 43,353 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FG12 KTD is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FG12 KTD, 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.

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What year was FG12 KTD registered?

FG12 KTD is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 30 April 2012.

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