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LV12 MXX

2012 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,660 mi
Last recorded67,660 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV12 MXX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 67,660 miles

Engine , Under Body And Outer Sill Covers Fitted

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 63,015 miles

Engine And Under Body Covers Fitted

Fail 19 Jun 2025 63,012 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Engine And Under Body Covers Fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2024 58,456 miles

Engine And Under Body Covers Fitted

Fail 17 Jul 2024 58,456 miles

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

Engine And Under Body Covers Fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2023 53,873 miles

Engine And Under Body Covers Fitted

Fail 4 Jul 2023 53,842 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer Edge 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Engine And Under Body Covers Fitted

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front And N/S/R Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 49,939 miles

Nearside Front headlight has condensation but not affecting the beam pattern

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine and under body covers fitted at the time of test

Pass 23 Jul 2021 46,933 miles

Engine And Under Body Covers Fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2020 44,037 miles

Engine And Under Body Covers Fitted

Pass 17 May 2019 40,782 miles

Engine And Under Body Covers Fitted

Pass 17 May 2018 37,274 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 33,017 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 25,664 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 16,786 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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LV12 MXX is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LV12 MXX, 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 LV12 MXX registered?

LV12 MXX is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 19 May 2012.

Is LV12 MXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV12 MXX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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