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LO62 XBU

2012 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,925 mi
Last recorded82,925 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO62 XBU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 82,925 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2025 79,827 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Sep 2024 76,716 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 9 Sep 2024 76,716 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 30 Aug 2023 72,609 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 8 Sep 2022 68,333 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 9 Sep 2021 64,703 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Sep 2020 58,730 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge outer sidewall damaged and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 53,432 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2018 48,383 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2017 37,473 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 31,640 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 31,640 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 21,360 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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LO62 XBU is a 2012 BMW 116 in Blue 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 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 LO62 XBU, 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 LO62 XBU registered?

LO62 XBU is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 29 December 2012.

Is LO62 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO62 XBU 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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