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YB12 NZH

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

101,392 mi
Last recorded101,392 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 NZH
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 101,392 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2025 94,056 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2023 87,067 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

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

Offside 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 23 Nov 2022 81,828 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 78,936 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner Tie Rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 75,439 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 70,447 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 65,100 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2017 60,702 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 54,466 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 54,466 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2015 44,239 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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YB12 NZH is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YB12 NZH, 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 YB12 NZH registered?

YB12 NZH is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is YB12 NZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB12 NZH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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