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LB12 VRZ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Orange Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2023
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,273 mi
Last recorded59,273 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 VRZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2022 59,273 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 57,702 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 54,707 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 51,688 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 47,787 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 44,641 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 41,574 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 38,259 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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LB12 VRZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Orange with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LB12 VRZ, 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 LB12 VRZ registered?

LB12 VRZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 July 2012.

Is LB12 VRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB12 VRZ shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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