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LG62 DWV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

116,207 mi
Last recorded116,207 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG62 DWV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 116,207 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension Top Mount Noisy

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Upper Suspension Top Mount Noisy

Fail 15 Sep 2026 116,047 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords On Inner Tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension Top Mount Noisy

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Upper Suspension Top Mount Noisy

Pass 12 Sep 2025 108,465 miles

Brake Warning Lamp On

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2025 108,387 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure Exhaust Not Securely Attached To Front Flexi Pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Brake Warning Lamp On

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2024 101,230 miles

Engine Oil Level Low

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 14 Sep 2023 94,954 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 86,477 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2021 76,323 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 71,399 miles

Offside Front steering rack has slight movement but not excessive

Pass 13 Sep 2019 65,189 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 59,431 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 54,932 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 50,919 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2015 42,806 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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LG62 DWV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LG62 DWV, 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 LG62 DWV registered?

LG62 DWV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is LG62 DWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG62 DWV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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