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NU12 MKF

2012 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,677 mi
Last recorded141,677 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU12 MKF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 141,677 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2026 141,672 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 126,300 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2025 126,300 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Front 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))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2024 119,681 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Engine under tray fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth at 3mm worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

under body covers fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Fail 31 May 2024 119,681 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Engine under tray fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth at 3mm worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

under body covers fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Pass 9 Jun 2023 109,546 miles

Nearside Rear Registration lamp showing insufficient light

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

Pass 24 May 2022 99,924 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 93,315 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 93,315 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 90,641 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 90,025 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 89,035 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater flashing less than 60 times a minute side (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 31 May 2017 87,977 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 68,198 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 52,368 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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NU12 MKF is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red 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 NU12 MKF, 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.

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What year was NU12 MKF registered?

NU12 MKF is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is NU12 MKF safe to buy?

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