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FH12 ZWW

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

119,050 mi
Last recorded119,050 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH12 ZWW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 119,050 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 22 Apr 2023 119,031 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205 55 r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Apr 2022 106,524 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 99,273 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 99,262 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 427,602 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2021 97,833 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2019 92,007 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 82,751 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 72,853 miles

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)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 60,486 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2016 60,486 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2015 50,687 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2015 48,973 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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FH12 ZWW is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FH12 ZWW, 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

How do I check the history of FH12 ZWW?

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What year was FH12 ZWW registered?

FH12 ZWW is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is FH12 ZWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH12 ZWW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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