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LC62 WJV

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

88,026 mi
Last recorded88,026 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC62 WJV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 88,026 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2025 81,610 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 74,361 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2024 74,298 miles

Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity Both rear lamps (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2024 74,139 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible led bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible led bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 62,891 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 53,063 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 49,303 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 42,943 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2019 34,907 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 26,884 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 26,487 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 18,392 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 11,070 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 WJV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WJV, 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 WJV registered?

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

Is LC62 WJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC62 WJV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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