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LA12 VVB

2012 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

50,166 mi
Last recorded50,166 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 7 Series76,961 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA12 VVB
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 50,166 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 49,765 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 49,762 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords centre of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing over tread and on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing over tread and on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 49,358 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 48,896 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 48,418 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 47,850 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 46,527 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 45,405 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 44,415 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Aug 2017 44,402 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 43,185 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 41,832 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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LA12 VVB is a 2012 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 76,961 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 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA12 VVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA12 VVB registered?

LA12 VVB is a 2012 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is LA12 VVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA12 VVB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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