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LC62 DCU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

29,812 mi
Last recorded29,812 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC62 DCU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 29,812 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 27,790 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 29 Sep 2023 25,976 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 22,601 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 20,374 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 18,946 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 18,946 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 17,505 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 16,112 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 14,213 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 9,007 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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LC62 DCU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LC62 DCU, 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 LC62 DCU?

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What year was LC62 DCU registered?

LC62 DCU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 October 2012.

Is LC62 DCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC62 DCU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LC62 DCU have outstanding finance?

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