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LC62 WPV

2012 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

22,042 mi
Last recorded22,042 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW K Series19,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC62 WPV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 22,042 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2025 22,042 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 21,711 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 20,871 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 20,187 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 19,612 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Engine has slight oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2020 19,112 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 17,954 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 17,720 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2016 15,926 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2015 14,334 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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LC62 WPV is a 2012 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.6% with a typical mileage of 19,512 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC62 WPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 14 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LC62 WPV?

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What year was LC62 WPV registered?

LC62 WPV is a 2012 BMW K Series, first registered on 15 December 2012.

Is LC62 WPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC62 WPV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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