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YF12 ZCJ

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

111,749 mi
Last recorded111,749 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF12 ZCJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 111,749 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 107,981 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 104,953 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 104,953 miles

Rear Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 97,782 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 89,368 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 81,401 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 75,160 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 68,025 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 58,062 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 49,116 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 39,965 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 30,915 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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YF12 ZCJ is a 2012 BMW 116 in White 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 YF12 ZCJ, 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 YF12 ZCJ registered?

YF12 ZCJ is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 9 July 2012.

Is YF12 ZCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF12 ZCJ 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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