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NG12 UPJ

2012 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

156,729 mi
Last recorded156,729 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG12 UPJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 156,729 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 143,771 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear exhaust heat shield loose to body

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2024 132,249 miles
Fail 29 May 2024 132,249 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2024 132,218 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 118,248 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 99,637 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 92,938 miles

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2019 89,897 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 82,920 miles

under body and engine covers fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2017 70,930 miles

oil leak from rear diff

under trays fitted

Fail 25 Jul 2017 70,930 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush forward arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush forward arm (2.4.G.2)

oil leak from rear diff

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2016 58,180 miles

Both front tyres wearing on the outer edges and cracking

Engine covers and undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Rear differential oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2015 39,975 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 39,157 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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NG12 UPJ 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 NG12 UPJ, 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 NG12 UPJ registered?

NG12 UPJ is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is NG12 UPJ safe to buy?

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