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PN12 UVK

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,625 mi
Last recorded140,625 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN12 UVK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2026 140,625 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play facing rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2025 112,277 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

Fail 5 Sep 2025 112,277 miles

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

Pass 29 Aug 2024 108,088 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2023 96,955 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 86,622 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2021 70,034 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge, perishing and splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 57,305 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 54,883 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 46,310 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 46,310 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 43,117 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 32,817 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2016 32,732 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn on edges and perished

Tyre size... 205/55X16

Pass 30 May 2015 25,752 miles

both tyre outer tread wearing unevenly

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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PN12 UVK is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black 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 PN12 UVK, 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 PN12 UVK registered?

PN12 UVK is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is PN12 UVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN12 UVK shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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