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KP12 XRZ

2012 BMW 316

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

169,324 mi
Last recorded169,324 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 31687,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP12 XRZ
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 169,324 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Oil leak, but not excessive front and rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2025 152,869 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 138,769 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2024 138,698 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 120,093 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 108,185 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 100,554 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 90,819 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 72,897 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 63,277 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 53,910 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 53,909 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Both rear tyres have uneven wear

Pass 25 May 2016 43,319 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 25,882 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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KP12 XRZ is a 2012 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 87,701 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KP12 XRZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KP12 XRZ registered?

KP12 XRZ is a 2012 BMW 316, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is KP12 XRZ safe to buy?

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