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FG12 UHT

2012 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

176,728 mi
Last recorded176,728 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 176,728 miles

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

under tray and engine covers fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2025 162,044 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

screen washers low

Fail 26 Feb 2025 162,014 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 159,850 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 155,874 miles

undertarys fitted

Fail 24 Feb 2023 155,874 miles

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

undertarys fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2022 152,892 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 147,806 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 144,573 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 137,662 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 127,379 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2018 127,379 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 112,386 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 95,571 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge.

Pass 24 Mar 2015 75,545 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres close to limit 205/55/r16

ns/f tre close to limit 205/55r16

Fail 24 Mar 2015 75,545 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres close to limit 205/55/r16

ns/f tre close to limit 205/55r16

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 UHT is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UHT, 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 FG12 UHT registered?

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

Is FG12 UHT safe to buy?

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