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KP12 XSA

2012 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

146,832 mi
Last recorded146,832 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP12 XSA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 146,832 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 7 Jun 2025 139,977 miles

slight play in o/s/f steering

Fail 7 Jun 2025 139,977 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

slight play in o/s/f steering

Pass 10 Jun 2024 132,314 miles

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

slight play in o/s/f steering

Fail 8 Jun 2024 132,314 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

slight play in o/s/f steering

Pass 30 May 2023 123,169 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect N/S and O/S (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2022 111,957 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just above limit and worn on the edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2022 111,957 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just above limit and worn on the edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 97,632 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 90,677 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 83,733 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 76,128 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2016 65,248 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 53,980 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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KP12 XSA is a 2012 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KP12 XSA, 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 KP12 XSA registered?

KP12 XSA is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 17 July 2012.

Is KP12 XSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP12 XSA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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