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LB62 GWX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

78,586 mi
Last recorded78,586 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB62 GWX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 78,586 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s and o/s have slight tinge of amber advise change amber coated bulbs (4.4.3 (a))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Jan 2025 75,977 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear indicators discoloring still has slight yellow ting advise change amber coated bulbs (4.4.3 (a))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2023 73,461 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 71,710 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 68,912 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 65,000 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2019 62,401 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 58,359 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 58,196 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 52,631 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 46,306 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 34,524 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 GWX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc 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 GWX, 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.

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What year was LB62 GWX registered?

LB62 GWX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 December 2012.

Is LB62 GWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB62 GWX 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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