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LC62 VVR

2012 BMW 1 Series

Orange Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

115,147 mi
Last recorded115,147 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC62 VVR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 115,147 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 108,219 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2025 108,219 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 106,293 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2022 103,670 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 101,626 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2020 95,874 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edges

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity Both rear (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced Both (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 78,909 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 Sep 2018 63,192 miles

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

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 VVR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Orange with a 1,995cc 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 VVR, 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 VVR registered?

LC62 VVR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 18 November 2012.

Is LC62 VVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC62 VVR 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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