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LR12 XYE

2012 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

110,862 mi
Last recorded110,862 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR12 XYE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 110,862 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 105,711 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 101,766 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 99,420 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 95,091 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 87,993 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 73,925 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 73,925 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 62,369 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 51,288 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

under trays fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2016 40,613 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 32,931 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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 XYE is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LR12 XYE, 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 LR12 XYE?

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What year was LR12 XYE registered?

LR12 XYE is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 19 March 2012.

Is LR12 XYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR12 XYE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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