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LC62 VVL

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

77,155 mi
Last recorded77,155 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2023 77,155 miles

Under Trays Fitted Obscuring View Of Some Underside Components

Pass 17 Nov 2022 67,244 miles

Under Trays Fitted Obscuring View Of Some Underside Components

Pass 3 Nov 2021 58,771 miles

Under Trays Fitted Obscuring View Of Some Underside Components

Pass 18 Nov 2020 57,901 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2019 54,405 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 48,844 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 43,558 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 37,602 miles

Under-trays & covers fitted obscuring some under-body components

Fail 2 Nov 2016 37,602 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays & covers fitted obscuring some under-body components

Pass 22 Oct 2015 31,413 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (inner and outer edges) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (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 VVL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VVL, 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 VVL registered?

LC62 VVL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 November 2012.

Is LC62 VVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC62 VVL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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