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FK05 KRK

2012 BMW 116

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

79,974 mi
Last recorded79,974 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFK05 KRK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 79,974 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 74,103 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Jan 2024 68,583 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2024 68,583 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2023 63,810 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 56,492 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 50,475 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 50,468 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s rear tyre worn (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm o/s rear tyre worn (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2019 39,891 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 33,221 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 27,207 miles

Nearside Rear tyre bald in places (advise replacement a.s.a.p)

Fail 22 Jun 2017 27,207 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear tyre bald in places (advise replacement a.s.a.p)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 21,342 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 15,578 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Jun 2015 15,578 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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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FK05 KRK is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 FK05 KRK, 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 FK05 KRK?

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What year was FK05 KRK registered?

FK05 KRK is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is FK05 KRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FK05 KRK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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