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FY12 CUU

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

132,703 mi
Last recorded132,703 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 CUU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 132,703 miles

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))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 126,445 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2024 126,445 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 120,446 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 113,131 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 104,307 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 96,396 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 83,427 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 74,892 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 74,892 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 65,643 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 65,643 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 57,225 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 44,363 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 44,363 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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FY12 CUU is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel 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 FY12 CUU, 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 FY12 CUU registered?

FY12 CUU is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 16 April 2012.

Is FY12 CUU safe to buy?

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