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KU62 LCA

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

107,469 mi
Last recorded107,469 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU62 LCA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 107,469 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 103,397 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2025 103,333 miles

Front Service brake efficiency below requirements front service brake efficiency below minimum (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak nearside front shocks absorber leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 100,204 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 97,847 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front lower front arm slightly play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2023 97,845 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak nearside rear shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Front handbrake level has high travel

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front lower front arm slightly play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 95,134 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside front lower front arm slightly play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside rear tyre close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside rear tyre close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 90,947 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 88,273 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 88,251 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Jun 2019 81,618 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 72,828 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 60,690 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 52,404 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 31,319 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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KU62 LCA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 67,597 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 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KU62 LCA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KU62 LCA registered?

KU62 LCA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 September 2012.

Is KU62 LCA safe to buy?

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