Enter your BMW engine code to get the correct oil specification (LL-01, LL-04, LL-12 or LL-17 FE+), the exact capacity including filter, and the recommended oil change interval — no more guessing.
Free BMW oil finder — select your engine code and get the correct oil specification, capacity and service interval instantly. No email required.
Use this tool before your next oil change — it could save your engine.
Choose your BMW engine from the dropdown — we cover all common UK engines, from N47 to S63 and everything in between.
We'll show you the correct BMW Longlife oil specification, the exact capacity with filter, and the recommended change interval.
Follow the spec and capacity to choose the right oil for your next change — using the wrong oil can cause timing chain issues, sludge and engine failure.
For deeper technical specs, see our N47 oil capacity and B58 oil capacity pages.
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Select your engine above and click "Find Oil Spec" to see the correct oil specification, capacity and service interval.
Always verify against your owner's manual and vehicle VIN — this tool is a guide based on official BMW data and 2025 UK specialist input.
The tool shows the BMW Longlife oil specification that meets the requirements for your engine. LL-01 is the older standard for petrol engines. LL-04 is for diesel engines with DPF. LL-12 and LL-17 FE+ are the latest standards for modern engines, offering lower viscosity and better fuel economy.
Using the wrong oil specification can lead to timing chain stretch, sludge buildup, DPF damage and eventual engine failure. Always use the specified oil and change it at the recommended interval — see our service schedule pages for model-specific guidance.
Our oil specification data is sourced from official BMW technical documentation, cross-referenced with 2025 UK specialist input and the same 9,000+ real UK enquiry data that powers every page on this site [EM-VERIFIED]. We also validate against owner forums and manufacturer TSBs for accuracy.
Full methodology on our Data Methodology page. For oil capacity details, see our technical reference pages.
Yes — completely free with no email required to see your results. We ask for an email only if you want to save results or compare quotes.
It depends on your engine and model year — the tool shows the exact spec for your engine code. As a general guide, LL-01 is for older petrols, LL-04 for diesels with DPF, LL-12 for some modern diesels, and LL-17 FE+ for the latest petrol and diesel engines.
No — using the wrong oil specification can cause timing chain stretch, sludge buildup and DPF damage. Always use the BMW-approved spec shown by the tool. If you can't find the right oil, contact one of our 20+ vetted specialists for advice.
The tool shows the recommended interval for your engine — typically 15,000–18,000 miles or 2 years for most modern BMWs. However, many specialists recommend shorter intervals (8,000–10,000 miles) for high-mileage or performance engines.
The tool shows the exact capacity including filter for your engine code. For detailed capacity figures, see our technical oil capacity pages.
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