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LB62 JXC

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

136,378 mi
Last recorded136,378 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB62 JXC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 136,378 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Nov 2024 129,754 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both damp in side lamp (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 121,176 miles

Offside Slight play in tie rod

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 20 Nov 2023 121,176 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Slight play in tie rod

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 1 Nov 2022 111,988 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Nov 2021 105,723 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 98,030 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 91,962 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 79,787 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 74,659 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 63,860 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 46,582 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 JXC is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel 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 JXC, 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 JXC registered?

LB62 JXC is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 December 2012.

Is LB62 JXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB62 JXC 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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