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YC12 CYU

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

143,577 mi
Last recorded143,577 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 CYU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2026 143,577 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2025 140,815 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2024 138,140 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 135,532 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2022 132,503 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 129,053 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 122,744 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 120,012 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 114,846 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 112,014 miles

undertray

Pass 21 Apr 2016 99,503 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 70,495 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 70,494 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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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YC12 CYU is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black 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 YC12 CYU, 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

How do I check the history of YC12 CYU?

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What year was YC12 CYU registered?

YC12 CYU is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 4 May 2012.

Is YC12 CYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 CYU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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