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LO12 GHX

2012 BMW 316

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

185,099 mi
Last recorded185,099 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 31687,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO12 GHX
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 185,099 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

oil leaking slightly from diff

Pass 15 Aug 2024 176,690 miles

slight oil leak

light oil leak on rear diff

Fail 13 Aug 2024 176,631 miles

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

light oil leak on rear diff

slight oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2023 167,361 miles

both front spring mounts slightly worn

exhaust flexi joint slight blow

Pass 3 Aug 2022 156,984 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

undersheilds not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 Aug 2021 146,428 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2020 132,867 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 122,977 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 114,323 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 103,716 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Continental 215/50/17 94w (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake pads worn / wearing low

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 93,561 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 93,561 miles

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 91,963 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 74,073 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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LO12 GHX is a 2012 BMW 316 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 87,701 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LO12 GHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LO12 GHX registered?

LO12 GHX is a 2012 BMW 316, first registered on 5 July 2012.

Is LO12 GHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO12 GHX 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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