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LB12 SFV

2012 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

136,013 mi
Last recorded136,013 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 SFV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 136,013 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2024 122,401 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 111,280 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2023 111,280 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 106,052 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 103,850 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 96,939 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2018 90,605 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 28 Jul 2018 90,605 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 2 Aug 2017 80,902 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre sidewall perishing

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 63,621 miles

Front Tyres cracking on outer edges/sidewalls

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone bush weeping oil. (oil filled bush) (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre starting to get low on tread

Pass 12 Aug 2015 43,208 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 SFV is a 2012 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LB12 SFV, 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 LB12 SFV registered?

LB12 SFV is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 13 August 2012.

Is LB12 SFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB12 SFV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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