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LO61 XPV

2012 BMW 114

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,566 mi
Last recorded95,566 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11456,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO61 XPV
MakeBMW
Model114
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 95,566 miles

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

Oil level low, added half a litre for test

Fail 16 Feb 2026 95,566 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil level low, added half a litre for test

Pass 18 Feb 2025 91,655 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 90,455 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 87,909 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 82,178 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 77,091 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 75,944 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 75,892 miles

Engine Covers And Under Trays Fitted.

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 72,872 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (3.5.1i)

Fail 30 Mar 2018 72,851 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick BOTH SIDES (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 68,123 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 58,771 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 44,526 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 44,526 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the BMW 114?

Based on 43,913 MOT tests across 3,921 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
6,984
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
3,921
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 252
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LO61 XPV is a 2012 BMW 114 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 BMW 114 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 56,888 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 114 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LO61 XPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 114 typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 114 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LO61 XPV?

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What year was LO61 XPV registered?

LO61 XPV is a 2012 BMW 114, first registered on 20 January 2012.

Is LO61 XPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO61 XPV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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