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LB12 NSO

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,487 mi
Last recorded122,487 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 NSO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2025 122,487 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2024 119,384 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 116,744 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 114,452 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 111,365 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 107,119 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 100,669 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 95,718 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 92,137 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 87,593 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 66,071 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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LB12 NSO is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LB12 NSO, 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 LB12 NSO?

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What year was LB12 NSO registered?

LB12 NSO is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 7 July 2012.

Is LB12 NSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB12 NSO shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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