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LC62 KLA

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,043 mi
Last recorded136,043 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 136,043 miles

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 134,912 miles

Nearside Front DRL light inoperative

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Dec 2024 134,912 miles

Nearside Front DRL light inoperative

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Jan 2024 128,830 miles

Nearside Rear seatbealt not checked,baby seat fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2022 117,410 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2022 117,410 miles

Nearside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 103,354 miles

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

Fail 23 Dec 2021 103,354 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2020 92,684 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 75,705 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 55,525 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 46,605 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 KLA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KLA, 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 KLA registered?

LC62 KLA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 October 2012.

Is LC62 KLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC62 KLA shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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