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SP12 LHU

2012 BMW 116

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,527 mi
Last recorded102,527 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 LHU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 102,527 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources both rear number plate lights dim especially nearside *** (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 97,706 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 92,367 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2023 92,185 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2022 86,429 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 79,891 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 79,890 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 72,120 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 67,874 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Underbody corrosion.

Pass 11 Mar 2019 58,263 miles

Nearside Front Rotational noise.

Offside Front Slight play in inner rack.

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 50,399 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

full underbody covers fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2017 43,591 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 37,233 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 29,169 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SP12 LHU is a 2012 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SP12 LHU, 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 SP12 LHU registered?

SP12 LHU is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is SP12 LHU safe to buy?

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