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NU12 NKP

2012 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,471 mi
Last recorded81,471 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU12 NKP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 Dec 2025 81,471 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 73,767 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 66,948 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 59,926 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 54,040 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output misting (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 49,139 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 40,625 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 33,327 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 27,560 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 21,580 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 15,192 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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NU12 NKP is a 2012 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 NU12 NKP, 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 NU12 NKP?

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What year was NU12 NKP registered?

NU12 NKP is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is NU12 NKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU12 NKP shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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