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WF12 KBN

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,271 mi
Last recorded147,271 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF12 KBN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2023 147,271 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2023 147,031 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no beam pattern, also, bulb very dim (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 135,466 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2022 135,466 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17w (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn away on outer edge, close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 124,533 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 116,380 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2019 105,588 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 93,588 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2017 82,042 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 72,192 miles

Undertray covering components

Fail 29 Mar 2016 72,192 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Undertray covering components

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 50,004 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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WF12 KBN is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WF12 KBN, 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 WF12 KBN registered?

WF12 KBN is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 24 March 2012.

Is WF12 KBN safe to buy?

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