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KN12 AOU

2012 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,213 mi
Last recorded111,213 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN12 AOU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 111,213 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 12 Jun 2026 111,213 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 107,293 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 100,844 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 98,292 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 96,230 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 84,825 miles

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

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

rear axle differential seal leaking

Pass 28 Aug 2020 71,911 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 66,630 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 66,630 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2018 62,155 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 62,155 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2017 56,487 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 49,189 miles

Nearside side repeater indicater dim

engine cover

o/s/f tyre worn

sill covers fitted

under trays

Pass 3 Mar 2015 39,764 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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KN12 AOU is a 2012 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KN12 AOU, 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 KN12 AOU registered?

KN12 AOU is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is KN12 AOU safe to buy?

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