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RK12 WBM

2012 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,311 mi
Last recorded79,311 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK12 WBM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 79,311 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2025 79,311 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2024 77,190 miles

complete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.

engine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.

sill cover body panel covers fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items.

Pass 21 Oct 2023 62,429 miles

engine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 2 Mar 2023 61,003 miles

complete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.

complete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.

engine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.

sill cover body panels fitted preventing full inspection of some testable components.

Pass 12 Mar 2022 58,714 miles

complete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.

engine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.

sill cover panels fitted preventing full inspection some testable components.

Pass 12 Mar 2021 56,313 miles

engine cover & under covers fitted obscuring some testable components.

Pass 18 Feb 2020 52,873 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Fail 18 Feb 2020 52,873 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 46,851 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 39,718 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 34,563 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 28,625 miles

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

Oil level low.

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 21,079 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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RK12 WBM is a 2012 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RK12 WBM, 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 RK12 WBM registered?

RK12 WBM is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is RK12 WBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK12 WBM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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