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LN62 KDV

2012 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,898 mi
Last recorded55,898 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN62 KDV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 55,898 miles

both front shock absorber protection sleeves deteriorated

Pass 14 Mar 2025 49,126 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2025 49,125 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 49,075 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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LN62 KDV is a 2012 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LN62 KDV, 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 LN62 KDV registered?

LN62 KDV is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is LN62 KDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN62 KDV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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