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KV12 HSZ

2012 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,599 mi
Last recorded146,599 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV12 HSZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 146,599 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms slight cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 13 Dec 2025 146,586 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front front arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front fog lamp not working

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rubber donut cracking (6.1.7 (c) (i))

tpms light on

Pass 17 Oct 2024 131,178 miles

Offside Front Fog light inoprative

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing smooth/low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 14 Oct 2024 131,178 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Fog light inoprative

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing smooth/low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2023 118,609 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 116,095 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2023 116,082 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 108,154 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Condensation on inner lens (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 101,002 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2021 101,002 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Dec 2019 93,351 miles

Unable to open tail gate.

Pass 10 Jan 2019 83,277 miles

Engine covers and under shields fitted

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 71,651 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 58,233 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 47,820 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 37,046 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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KV12 HSZ is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KV12 HSZ, 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 KV12 HSZ registered?

KV12 HSZ is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is KV12 HSZ safe to buy?

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