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MW61 LZL

2012 BMW 116

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

158,039 mi
Last recorded158,039 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2017
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW61 LZL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2017 158,039 miles

Engine top cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 17 Apr 2017 158,039 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated and brake pad warning light on (3.6.G.2)

Engine top cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 15 Apr 2016 125,406 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 87,211 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 87,211 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

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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MW61 LZL is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 MW61 LZL, 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 MW61 LZL?

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What year was MW61 LZL registered?

MW61 LZL is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 26 January 2012.

Is MW61 LZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW61 LZL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MW61 LZL have outstanding finance?

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