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LB12 XVL

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2020
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,980 mi
Last recorded65,980 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 XVL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2019 65,980 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 42,798 miles

n/s hand brake recorded a lower effort, requires check and adjust

under covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 13 Feb 2016 94,277 miles

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

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 XVL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 XVL, 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 XVL registered?

LB12 XVL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 2 August 2012.

Is LB12 XVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB12 XVL shows 3 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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