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WF12 MMU

2012 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

115,791 mi
Last recorded115,791 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF12 MMU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 115,791 miles

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

Nearside Front door slight damaged

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 108,252 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil soon (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 98,912 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 91,124 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 83,137 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 77,458 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 77,458 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 72,154 miles

Nearside Front Door is slightly damaged

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 63,511 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2017 53,201 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 42,696 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Under Tray Fitted unable to carry out full Component inspection

Pass 12 Oct 2015 35,507 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 27,886 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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WF12 MMU is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 WF12 MMU, 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 MMU registered?

WF12 MMU is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 24 April 2012.

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