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LS12 OYB

2012 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,208 mi
Last recorded68,208 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS12 OYB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2026 68,208 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2025 66,938 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 65,102 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 62,914 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips & stone damage lower part of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective damp inside lamp but not affecting light output & aim (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 60,219 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

under tray fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2021 55,924 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Slight corrosion/scoring to all brake discs.

Pass 23 Mar 2020 54,642 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slight smear, clears screen just (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 48,787 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 42,711 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 34,010 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 31,049 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 21,154 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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LS12 OYB is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol 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 LS12 OYB, 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 LS12 OYB registered?

LS12 OYB is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is LS12 OYB safe to buy?

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