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LC62 BVX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,645 mi
Last recorded131,645 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC62 BVX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 131,645 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 123,491 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 117,215 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases under bonnet (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm - inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 109,988 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2022 101,247 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 93,034 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2021 93,033 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 87,381 miles

Engine Covers/Undertrays Fitted

Nearside Parking Brake Effort Low But Efficiency Met

Offside Front Tyre Worn On Edges

Windscreen Slightly Damaged Outside Zone A

Pass 7 Mar 2019 76,573 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 64,368 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 64,368 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2017 61,348 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 58,559 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 58,559 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 michelin (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 48,092 miles

O/S head lamp lense broken

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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LC62 BVX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LC62 BVX, 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 LC62 BVX registered?

LC62 BVX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 10 December 2012.

Is LC62 BVX safe to buy?

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