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LC62 HBK

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

121,163 mi
Last recorded121,163 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 121,163 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2025 121,163 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 115,351 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency low on 16% advise to be inspected

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Nov 2024 115,351 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring fractured or broken Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency low on 16% advise to be inspected

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 107,771 miles

rear pads low

Pass 10 Nov 2022 102,197 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 97,879 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

under trays fitted restricting general view of some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2020 87,168 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under trays fitted restricting general view of some underside components

Pass 20 Nov 2019 78,488 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 70,334 miles

front & rear brake discs worn

Pass 25 Nov 2017 53,149 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 46,832 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 40,321 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 HBK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HBK, 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.

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What year was LC62 HBK registered?

LC62 HBK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 2 November 2012.

Is LC62 HBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC62 HBK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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