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LB62 NAU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Bronze Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

44,787 mi
Last recorded44,787 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB62 NAU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 44,787 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 40,669 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 37,267 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 35,276 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 33,366 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 27,393 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 28 Nov 2019 22,154 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Dec 2018 20,026 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 17,137 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 14,722 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 14,722 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 11,541 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 NAU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Bronze 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 NAU, 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

How do I check the history of LB62 NAU?

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What year was LB62 NAU registered?

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

Is LB62 NAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB62 NAU 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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