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LC12 ZZV

2012 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

71,696 mi
Last recorded71,696 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC12 ZZV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 71,696 miles

Nearside Front headlamp condensated

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

Pass 7 Feb 2025 59,664 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 52,012 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear brake pads very low (strong advise) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 47,274 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear brake pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 11 Feb 2023 47,084 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working wing mirror side repeater inoperative (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear brake pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 43,023 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 35,036 miles

Offside Rear tyre tread getting low

Pass 30 Jul 2020 29,277 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 29,271 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2019 24,002 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 19,726 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 17,509 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 15,435 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 12,198 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 ZZV is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ZZV, 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 ZZV registered?

LC12 ZZV is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 12 June 2012.

Is LC12 ZZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC12 ZZV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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