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LC12 EWS

2012 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

157,611 mi
Last recorded157,611 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 7 Series76,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC12 EWS
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 157,611 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2026 157,611 miles

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 has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2025 142,012 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 130,764 miles

Central Rear Upper dip bush crakes

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 117,027 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 92,020 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 88,100 miles

Covers fitted

Pass 28 Jan 2020 84,925 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2019 84,527 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2018 80,725 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 72,199 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 108,515 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 57,735 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 51,514 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 37,200 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 30 May 2015 33,858 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 10,512 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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LC12 EWS is a 2012 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 76,961 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC12 EWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LC12 EWS registered?

LC12 EWS is a 2012 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is LC12 EWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC12 EWS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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