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LC62 XUB

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

101,937 mi
Last recorded101,937 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC62 XUB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 101,937 miles

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 19 Nov 2025 101,937 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Nov 2024 98,258 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front control arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 93,487 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2023 93,487 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 87,469 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 18 Nov 2022 87,469 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Nov 2021 82,391 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2021 82,391 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 76,051 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 71,339 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

nearside front wheel out of shape

nearside rear bumpstop deteriorated

Pass 30 Oct 2018 65,387 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 65,387 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 59,086 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 54,099 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2015 42,046 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 XUB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 XUB, 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.

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What year was LC62 XUB registered?

LC62 XUB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 25 November 2012.

Is LC62 XUB safe to buy?

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