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FL12 BKY

2012 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

134,543 mi
Last recorded134,543 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL12 BKY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 134,543 miles

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Fail 6 Jul 2026 134,543 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2025 122,895 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine cover fitted

handbrake travel

headlamps have condensation

steering wheel cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2024 115,126 miles

engine cover fitted

headlamps have condensation

steering wheel cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2023 111,867 miles

interior mirror missing

Fail 27 Jun 2023 111,865 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

interior mirror missing

Pass 7 Sep 2017 97,208 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2017 97,208 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 90,015 miles

Plastic under body covers fitted obscuring ares of the mot test

Plastic under bonnet covers fitted obscuring ares of the mot test

Pass 4 Mar 2016 78,628 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of a seat belt

Engine covers and under trays fitted, obscuring some components

Item removed from drivers view

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

Fail 5 Mar 2015 66,540 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2015 66,540 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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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FL12 BKY is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FL12 BKY, 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 FL12 BKY registered?

FL12 BKY is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 13 March 2012.

Is FL12 BKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL12 BKY shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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