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FL12 NHB

2012 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

110,344 mi
Last recorded110,344 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL12 NHB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 110,344 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2025 110,344 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2024 106,689 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil level low (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2024 106,682 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil level low (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 99,529 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 91,088 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 87,070 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 84,354 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 81,607 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 76,869 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 73,388 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. + long travel (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 69,617 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 66,710 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 62,938 miles

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 NHB is a 2012 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FL12 NHB, 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 NHB registered?

FL12 NHB is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 19 March 2012.

Is FL12 NHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL12 NHB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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