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PN12 ZWE

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

170,508 mi
Last recorded170,508 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN12 ZWE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 Jan 2026 170,508 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2025 162,368 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 155,616 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 149,472 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All 4 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2022 135,550 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 121,109 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 113,171 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 99,298 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 77,668 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 63,376 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

under guard fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2015 47,333 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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PN12 ZWE is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc 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 PN12 ZWE, 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 ZWE registered?

PN12 ZWE is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is PN12 ZWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN12 ZWE 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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