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VU12 ZXT

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

177,674 mi
Last recorded177,674 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU12 ZXT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 Dec 2023 177,674 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2022 172,064 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear wiper blade missing

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 18 Oct 2021 164,835 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Oct 2020 156,997 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 146,619 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 131,273 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2017 118,396 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 16 Nov 2016 106,702 miles

Engine cover fitted.

Under tray fitted.

Pass 19 Mar 2016 102,405 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 90,047 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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VU12 ZXT is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VU12 ZXT, 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 VU12 ZXT registered?

VU12 ZXT is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is VU12 ZXT safe to buy?

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