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NV12 UZD

2012 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,425 mi
Last recorded141,425 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV12 UZD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 141,425 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 127,899 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output CONDENSATION INSIDE LENS (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON BOTH INNER AND OUTER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

PARKING BRAKE LEVEL HAS TRAVEL BUT NOT EXCESSIVE

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR TYRE ARE SLIGHT CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

VEHICLE COVERED IN MULTIPLE UNDERTRAYS NOT ALOWING FULL INSPECTION

Fail 24 Jan 2025 127,899 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BOTH FRONT LOWER FRONT ARM BUSHS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output CONDENSATION INSIDE LENS (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON BOTH INNER AND OUTER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

PARKING BRAKE LEVEL HAS TRAVEL BUT NOT EXCESSIVE

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR TYRE ARE SLIGHT CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

VEHICLE COVERED IN MULTIPLE UNDERTRAYS NOT ALOWING FULL INSPECTION

Pass 7 Feb 2024 117,819 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside steering tie rod has play/knocking

Fail 6 Feb 2024 117,818 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside steering tie rod has play/knocking

Pass 7 Feb 2023 111,098 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 100,782 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2022 100,782 miles

Brake disc contaminated both rear (1.1.14 (b))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 84,775 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 77,024 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2019 70,115 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 61,996 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 52,868 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 52,868 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 47,842 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 37,221 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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NV12 UZD is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 NV12 UZD, 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 NV12 UZD registered?

NV12 UZD is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is NV12 UZD safe to buy?

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