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MV12 CZT

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,954 mi
Last recorded90,954 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV12 CZT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2025 90,954 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 88,963 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 86,316 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 82,192 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 75,815 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2019 63,594 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 51,706 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 39,424 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 27,462 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 18,388 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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MV12 CZT is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MV12 CZT, 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

How do I check the history of MV12 CZT?

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What year was MV12 CZT registered?

MV12 CZT is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 4 May 2012.

Is MV12 CZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV12 CZT shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MV12 CZT have outstanding finance?

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