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LB12 VKF

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

36,776 mi
Last recorded36,776 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 36,776 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 34,963 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 33,118 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 31,041 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

damage to nearside rear tyre on outer sidewall

nearside rear tyre worn substantially low on inner edge

wipers smearing

Pass 11 Feb 2022 28,117 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 23,702 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 23,702 miles

Nearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury brake lamp (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 20,882 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 17,335 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 15,094 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 12,304 miles

emissions to low to detect

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 VKF 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 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 LB12 VKF, 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 VKF registered?

LB12 VKF is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 13 July 2012.

Is LB12 VKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB12 VKF 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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