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LP12 VPR

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,241 mi
Last recorded21,241 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP12 VPR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2025 21,241 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 18,955 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2023 18,859 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))

engine covers, under trays & sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2022 15,085 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

under tray cover fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2021 14,985 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

engine and undertrays covers fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2020 13,867 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 12,341 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 10,568 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 9,554 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 8,811 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 10 Sep 2015 7,933 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 4,531 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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LP12 VPR is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LP12 VPR, 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 LP12 VPR registered?

LP12 VPR is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 23 July 2012.

Is LP12 VPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP12 VPR shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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