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LB62 FNJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

14,269 mi
Last recorded14,269 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB62 FNJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 14,269 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 13,557 miles

Offside Front Slight play in the rack and pinion.

Pass 23 Nov 2023 12,549 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 11,489 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 10,719 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 10,366 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 9,748 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 8,686 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 7,240 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 5,848 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 5,848 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 4,215 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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LB62 FNJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LB62 FNJ, 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 LB62 FNJ registered?

LB62 FNJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 22 December 2012.

Is LB62 FNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB62 FNJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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