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SNZ 1790

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

141,726 mi
Last recorded141,726 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNZ 1790
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 141,726 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2025 141,725 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front DRL inop

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 135,382 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened has surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine covers / under trays fitted

Pass 8 Nov 2023 126,700 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2023 126,700 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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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SNZ 1790 is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SNZ 1790, 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 SNZ 1790 registered?

SNZ 1790 is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is SNZ 1790 safe to buy?

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