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LB62 FWX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,612 mi
Last recorded40,612 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB62 FWX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 40,612 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 40,601 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 40,406 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2024 40,406 miles

Offside Front Power steering component fouling rack end fouling inner wing (2.1.5 (e) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2024 39,594 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 38,655 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 37,421 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2021 37,421 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 36,606 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 35,549 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 32,023 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 27,647 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 23,945 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 19,359 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 19,310 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/40/r18-85y runflat (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/40/r18-85y runflat (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/35/r18-88y runflat (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/35/r18-88y runflat (4.1.E.1)

Unable to check all seat belts due to child seat.

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 FWX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black 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 LB62 FWX, 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 FWX registered?

LB62 FWX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 13 December 2012.

Is LB62 FWX safe to buy?

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