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LF12 XZO

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

143,296 mi
Last recorded143,296 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF12 XZO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2025 143,296 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 141,592 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 139,175 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 138,149 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

vehicle fitted with under trays

Pass 22 Sep 2020 135,417 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 111,489 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 96,500 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 78,466 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 78,465 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 59,411 miles

Offside Front Tyre cracked on sidewall & tread

Offside Front Tyre has a deep cut in tread

Pass 20 Apr 2015 41,736 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LF12 XZO 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 LF12 XZO, 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 LF12 XZO registered?

LF12 XZO is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is LF12 XZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF12 XZO 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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