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RO12 LCZ

2012 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,011 mi
Last recorded106,011 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO12 LCZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 106,011 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 100,263 miles

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 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Nov 2024 100,263 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 93,272 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 87,356 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 81,722 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 76,862 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 72,018 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2020 72,012 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2019 68,098 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 65,816 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 60,286 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner and outer edge close to balding advise change and wheel alignment asap

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2016 55,276 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2016 55,274 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 43,520 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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RO12 LCZ is a 2012 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol 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 RO12 LCZ, 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 RO12 LCZ registered?

RO12 LCZ is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is RO12 LCZ safe to buy?

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