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LC62 VUV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

93,101 mi
Last recorded93,101 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 93,101 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2026 93,101 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2025 82,896 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 82,229 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 77,656 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2024 77,656 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 May 2023 73,671 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 May 2023 73,671 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2021 63,533 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 61,867 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 54,044 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 44,543 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 40,869 miles

Nearside Front tyre starting to wear on outer edge

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Oct 2016 40,869 miles

Nearside Front tyre starting to wear on outer edge

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 29,639 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nail in o/side rear tyre

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 VUV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VUV, 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 VUV registered?

LC62 VUV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is LC62 VUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC62 VUV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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