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LG62 DPO

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

181,640 mi
Last recorded181,640 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG62 DPO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 181,640 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2025 174,442 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 167,354 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 157,258 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 147,003 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 138,565 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 128,943 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 120,206 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to legal limit. 205/55W16. (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor Damage, Outside 'A' Zone - 40mm. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 112,459 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 103,992 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre Tread 3mm. 205/55W16.

Pass 6 Aug 2016 99,762 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 99,762 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 10 Aug 2015 79,229 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 79,229 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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LG62 DPO is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel 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 LG62 DPO, 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 LG62 DPO registered?

LG62 DPO is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is LG62 DPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG62 DPO 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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