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DS12 LKY

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

144,196 mi
Last recorded144,196 miles
Recorded on17 May 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 LKY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2022 144,196 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 144,501 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 105,648 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 97,366 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 50,346 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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DS12 LKY is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DS12 LKY, 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 DS12 LKY?

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What year was DS12 LKY registered?

DS12 LKY is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 14 June 2012.

Is DS12 LKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS12 LKY shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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