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LC62 VFB

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,990 mi
Last recorded116,990 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC62 VFB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2025 116,990 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 116,958 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 107,267 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 98,551 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 90,693 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2020 81,749 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 70,198 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 57,510 miles

Park brake 17% Requirements just met. braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 8 Nov 2017 44,722 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 31,085 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 19,940 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on centre band (4.1.E.1)

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

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 VFB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VFB, 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 VFB registered?

LC62 VFB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 November 2012.

Is LC62 VFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC62 VFB shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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