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YS12 NVB

2012 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

159,519 mi
Last recorded159,519 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS12 NVB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 159,519 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 149,606 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2023 130,557 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 119,437 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 101,678 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 87,538 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 75,711 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 63,060 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 63,060 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 51,185 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 39,025 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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YS12 NVB is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YS12 NVB, 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 YS12 NVB registered?

YS12 NVB is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is YS12 NVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS12 NVB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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