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LG12 XVN

2012 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

120,462 mi
Last recorded120,462 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG12 XVN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2023 120,462 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 106,758 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 90,604 miles

o/s/f tyre low thread

Pass 31 Jul 2020 76,802 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 60,456 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 44,537 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 26,688 miles

Under-trays fitted.

Fail 25 Apr 2017 26,688 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Under-trays fitted.

Pass 15 Apr 2016 21,393 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2015 15,516 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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LG12 XVN is a 2012 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LG12 XVN, 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 LG12 XVN registered?

LG12 XVN is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is LG12 XVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG12 XVN shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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