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SE12 FZK

2012 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

96,296 mi
Last recorded96,296 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE12 FZK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 96,296 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2026 96,284 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 91,599 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2024 85,321 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 80,729 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 77,885 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 74,262 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 74,262 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 65,559 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2019 65,559 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 59,543 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 54,299 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 54,299 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 43,323 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 31,105 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SE12 FZK is a 2012 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 SE12 FZK, 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 SE12 FZK registered?

SE12 FZK is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is SE12 FZK safe to buy?

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