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FL12 UBN

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,398 mi
Last recorded151,398 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL12 UBN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 151,398 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 151,398 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 143,316 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 139,841 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 135,296 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2020 135,294 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 127,128 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 112,620 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 95,942 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 77,146 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 57,959 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 57,959 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 UBN is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FL12 UBN, 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 UBN registered?

FL12 UBN is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 20 April 2012.

Is FL12 UBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL12 UBN shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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