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LC62 RZJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,338 mi
Last recorded79,338 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC62 RZJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 79,338 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 76,312 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2025 76,312 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 72,638 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 66,827 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 61,373 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 60,378 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 56,891 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 53,954 miles

Nearside Front worn on inner edge

Offside Front worn on outer edge

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2019 53,954 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front worn on inner edge

Offside Front worn on outer edge

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 51,526 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 48,725 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2017 48,724 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 42,514 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 35,695 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 RZJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc 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 RZJ, 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 RZJ registered?

LC62 RZJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is LC62 RZJ safe to buy?

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