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LD62 PUJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,130 mi
Last recorded94,130 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD62 PUJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2025 94,130 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2024 87,411 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2024 87,408 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 76,919 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 75,727 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 69,375 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2019 60,429 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 53,961 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 47,392 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 39,344 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55R16 91V (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 29,935 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 29,935 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LD62 PUJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LD62 PUJ, 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 LD62 PUJ registered?

LD62 PUJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 2 October 2012.

Is LD62 PUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD62 PUJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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