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YC12 ZWM

2012 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

80,129 mi
Last recorded80,129 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 ZWM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2020 80,129 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 16 Jun 2020 80,129 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Apr 2019 60,225 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 50,592 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 44,107 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 35,946 miles

unable to do smoke test engine restricted

under body covers fitted

Pass 7 Apr 2015 27,385 miles

Smoke test abandoned because readings too low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 ZWM is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YC12 ZWM, 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 ZWM registered?

YC12 ZWM is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is YC12 ZWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 ZWM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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