CarVerify

Free Car Check

YK12 HKR

2012 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1590cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,582 mi
Last recorded125,582 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 HKR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 125,582 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative BOTH SIDES (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear BOTH SIDES REAR SHOCKER DUST COVERS INSECURE

Pass 11 Nov 2024 104,863 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative BOTH SIDES (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Rear BOTH SIDES REAR SHOCKER DUST COVER INSECUE

Fail 11 Nov 2024 104,863 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative BOTH SIDES (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Rear BOTH SIDES REAR SHOCKER DUST COVER INSECUE

Pass 20 Nov 2023 50,780 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
Full BMW 116 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YK12 HKR is a 2012 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YK12 HKR, 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 YK12 HKR?

You can check the full history of YK12 HKR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YK12 HKR registered?

YK12 HKR is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 24 June 2012.

Is YK12 HKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK12 HKR shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YK12 HKR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YK12 HKR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.