MOT Status
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133,980 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside tie rod has slight play
Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Nail in tyre
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing run flat damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing run flat damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
both front wiper blades worn
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
both front wiper blades worn
Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
engine cover and under tray fitted
Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
How Reliable is the BMW 116?
Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MT12 LWU is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.
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 MT12 LWU, 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.
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What year was MT12 LWU registered?
MT12 LWU is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 24 July 2012.
Is MT12 LWU safe to buy?
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