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RO12 UPH

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

86,455 mi
Last recorded86,455 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO12 UPH
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 86,455 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2026 86,455 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both arms' bushes (beneath coil springs) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2025 84,203 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation reduced slightly but not affected headlamp aim (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 18 Apr 2025 84,203 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation reduced slightly but not affected headlamp aim (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2024 80,224 miles

slight wear on inner edges of both front tyres

Fail 18 Apr 2024 80,224 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

slight wear on inner edges of both front tyres

Pass 13 Apr 2023 76,003 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav system and air freshener ()

offside rear hand brake efficiency only just met required standard it would appear it needs adjustment or repair

Fail 13 Apr 2023 76,003 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav system and air freshener ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

offside rear hand brake efficiency only just met required standard it would appear it needs adjustment or repair

Pass 25 Apr 2022 72,046 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 69,811 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2020 67,042 miles
Fail 13 May 2020 67,042 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 55,237 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 55,237 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 47,353 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2017 39,683 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 35,374 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 35,374 miles

Windscreen wiper blade insecure Split, not clearing screen (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 27,160 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 UPH is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UPH, 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 UPH registered?

RO12 UPH is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is RO12 UPH safe to buy?

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