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LP12 VPT

2012 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,459 mi
Last recorded51,459 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP12 VPT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 51,459 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 47,189 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jul 2025 47,189 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 42,735 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 42,735 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2023 36,015 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2022 30,483 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 30,379 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2020 30,154 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Mar 2020 30,154 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2019 29,521 miles

Rear Belts not checked

Pass 19 Jul 2018 28,805 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 26,748 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 26,748 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 24,264 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 17,863 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 VPT is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VPT, 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

How do I check the history of LP12 VPT?

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What year was LP12 VPT registered?

LP12 VPT is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 26 July 2012.

Is LP12 VPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP12 VPT shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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