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MF12 RZB

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

99,815 mi
Last recorded99,815 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 RZB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 99,815 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 93,397 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 89,635 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 84,881 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2022 84,881 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 79,594 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 73,570 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 61,554 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 48,669 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 39,532 miles

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

engine covers and undertrays covering parts unable to check

Fail 20 Feb 2017 39,532 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

engine covers and undertrays covering parts unable to check

Pass 4 Mar 2016 34,788 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 31,651 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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MF12 RZB is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 MF12 RZB, 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 MF12 RZB registered?

MF12 RZB is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is MF12 RZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF12 RZB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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