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LC12 BZU

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,342 mi
Last recorded57,342 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC12 BZU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2025 57,342 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2025 57,042 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 56,498 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 55,151 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 54,299 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 51,126 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 50,169 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x 2 ()

Pass 10 Apr 2019 45,786 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 40,976 miles

emission to clean to detect

Pass 14 Apr 2017 36,400 miles

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2016 32,219 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 26,410 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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LC12 BZU is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LC12 BZU, 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 LC12 BZU registered?

LC12 BZU is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 19 April 2012.

Is LC12 BZU safe to buy?

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