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MW12 KTC

2012 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

126,511 mi
Last recorded126,511 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW12 KTC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 126,511 miles

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

Wiper smeary

Fail 16 May 2026 126,488 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

Wiper smeary

Pass 7 Mar 2025 125,226 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 124,218 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under vehicle covered

Pass 14 Nov 2022 117,026 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 105,501 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 98,029 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 92,109 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Aug 2018 83,601 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 70,427 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 58,919 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 56,312 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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MW12 KTC is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MW12 KTC, 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 MW12 KTC registered?

MW12 KTC is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is MW12 KTC safe to buy?

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