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L8 ATR

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

59,504 mi
Last recorded59,504 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL8 ATR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 59,504 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 57,291 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 53,595 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 50,074 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 46,437 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 42,364 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 37,798 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 33,637 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 29,262 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 23,452 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 18,919 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 14,287 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 14,286 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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L8 ATR is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black 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 L8 ATR, 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 L8 ATR registered?

L8 ATR is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 28 July 2012.

Is L8 ATR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L8 ATR 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.

Does L8 ATR have outstanding finance?

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