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YC12 WLH

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

137,530 mi
Last recorded137,530 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 WLH
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 137,530 miles

Nearside Rear chassis rusty condition

Offside Rear chassis rusty

Fail 28 Apr 2026 137,469 miles

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

Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached [link arm] (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear chassis rusty condition

Offside Rear chassis rusty

Pass 19 May 2025 128,022 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024 115,953 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Surface rust nsr upper

Pass 15 May 2023 106,532 miles

Central Under sheild fitted

Nearside Front Outer Sill covers fitted

Pass 14 May 2022 97,672 miles

Central Rear Lower Under shields fitted not allowing thorough inspection of fuel lines and brake lines

Pass 10 May 2021 88,978 miles

Central Lower Under shield covering brake pipes unable to inspect

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 May 2020 81,954 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 72,695 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 62,391 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 50,678 miles

unable to check rear seat belts fully as seat covers restricting access

vehicle fitted with under trays and engine covers

Pass 5 May 2016 39,012 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and offside front (3.5.1g)

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

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)

engine cover and under trays fitted to vehicle

Pass 24 Apr 2015 31,586 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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YC12 WLH is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc 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 WLH, 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 YC12 WLH registered?

YC12 WLH is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 18 May 2012.

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