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RF12 BZJ

2012 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,498 mi
Last recorded130,498 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF12 BZJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2026 130,498 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 129,217 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 127,680 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 125,006 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 121,412 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 116,674 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 113,441 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 110,465 miles

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 25 Jun 2018 103,074 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 97,764 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 91,204 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 82,519 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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RF12 BZJ is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 RF12 BZJ, 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 RF12 BZJ registered?

RF12 BZJ is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 23 July 2012.

Is RF12 BZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF12 BZJ shows 12 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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