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RO12 FYF

2012 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

115,879 mi
Last recorded115,879 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO12 FYF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 115,879 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 109,288 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2024 103,885 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing down on edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 98,242 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 93,412 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 85,375 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2020 76,365 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2019 65,329 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (outer edges) (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 55,191 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 55,191 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 44,207 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 30,841 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (outer edges) (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 21,015 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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RO12 FYF is a 2012 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RO12 FYF, 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 RO12 FYF registered?

RO12 FYF is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 24 March 2012.

Is RO12 FYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO12 FYF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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