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LM12 VPJ

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

99,546 mi
Last recorded99,546 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 VPJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 99,546 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2025 99,546 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 88,614 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 82,838 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 73,223 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 62,942 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 50,522 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 44,485 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 38,636 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 34,387 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 29,556 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 29,556 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 May 2015 22,241 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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LM12 VPJ is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LM12 VPJ, 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.

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What year was LM12 VPJ registered?

LM12 VPJ is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is LM12 VPJ safe to buy?

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