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WN12 UXO

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,646 mi
Last recorded142,646 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN12 UXO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 142,646 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 137,142 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 129,756 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2024 129,756 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 126,075 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 123,780 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 112,367 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 112,367 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing lock nut (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Road wheel fixing missing lock nut (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 100,775 miles

Nearside Front 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 17 Apr 2019 89,049 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 77,803 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Apr 2018 77,802 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 63,073 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 47,528 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear tyres (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 32,887 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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WN12 UXO is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WN12 UXO, 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 WN12 UXO registered?

WN12 UXO is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 6 April 2012.

Is WN12 UXO safe to buy?

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