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LC62 TZS

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

162,024 mi
Last recorded162,024 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2022 162,024 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 159,020 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2021 159,020 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 147,601 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 123,209 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 112,014 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 107,873 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres getting low on tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 98,038 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 74,676 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 TZS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 TZS, 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 TZS registered?

LC62 TZS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 November 2012.

Is LC62 TZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC62 TZS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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