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LR12 VKZ

2012 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

29,206 mi
Last recorded29,206 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR12 VKZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2026 29,206 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2025 28,572 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 27,950 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 27,275 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2023 27,250 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working door mirror indicator (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2022 26,363 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 25,748 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 24,951 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 24,302 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 23,690 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 22,709 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 20,239 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 17,922 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 17,086 miles

Both front tyres worn outer edges

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LR12 VKZ is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LR12 VKZ, 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 LR12 VKZ registered?

LR12 VKZ is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is LR12 VKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR12 VKZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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