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FX12 ZSG

2012 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

120,145 mi
Last recorded120,145 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX12 ZSG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2024 120,145 miles

Nearside Front Daytime running lamp inoperative

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))

Fail 14 Nov 2024 120,142 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Daytime running lamp inoperative

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2023 113,603 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 107,744 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 98,329 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 91,415 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 82,827 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 82,827 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 May 2018 75,845 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2018 75,845 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 2 May 2017 67,667 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 57,738 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 45,081 miles

2x Nails in offside rear tyre

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

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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FX12 ZSG is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FX12 ZSG, 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.

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What year was FX12 ZSG registered?

FX12 ZSG is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 21 April 2012.

Is FX12 ZSG safe to buy?

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