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LB62 KZW

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,259 mi
Last recorded147,259 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB62 KZW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 147,259 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2025 147,237 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2024 140,980 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2023 133,375 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 129,896 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 127,601 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 122,216 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 108,817 miles

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

all brake discs have surface corrosion

Fail 24 Sep 2019 108,817 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective outer lens broken and sharp edges (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

all brake discs have surface corrosion

Pass 22 Jan 2018 106,715 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 87,252 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 66,668 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 KZW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KZW, 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 KZW registered?

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

Is LB62 KZW safe to buy?

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