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LO12 UXG

2012 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

195,412 mi
Last recorded195,412 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO12 UXG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 195,412 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2025 195,412 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely (1.3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2024 192,527 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 185,892 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 174,339 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 165,317 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 157,839 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 150,385 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2018 139,628 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 132,116 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 116,147 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Items removed from number plates that made them illegal

Pass 24 Aug 2015 89,078 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear wiper split.

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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LO12 UXG is a 2012 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LO12 UXG, 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 LO12 UXG registered?

LO12 UXG is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 30 August 2012.

Is LO12 UXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO12 UXG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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