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LG12 HWZ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

66,695 mi
Last recorded66,695 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG12 HWZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 66,695 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 May 2025 58,693 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 55,191 miles

Nearside Front door mirror cover missing

Nearside Rear body damage

Fail 29 Nov 2023 55,191 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working door mirror side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front door mirror cover missing

Nearside Rear body damage

Pass 12 Oct 2022 50,572 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 46,206 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 45,786 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 43,487 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 39,519 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 35,396 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 31,624 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 27,475 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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LG12 HWZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LG12 HWZ, 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 LG12 HWZ registered?

LG12 HWZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 11 March 2012.

Is LG12 HWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG12 HWZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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