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KU12 ZTN

2012 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

165,114 mi
Last recorded165,114 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU12 ZTN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 165,114 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 161,858 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 18 Feb 2025 161,857 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 158,139 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2023 153,774 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 148,470 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 142,903 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 136,653 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 120,366 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 104,875 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 89,889 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 73,450 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 73,450 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Fail 24 Mar 2015 53,258 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 53,258 miles

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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KU12 ZTN is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey 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 KU12 ZTN, 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 KU12 ZTN registered?

KU12 ZTN is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is KU12 ZTN safe to buy?

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