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LG62 SGV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,868 mi
Last recorded87,868 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG62 SGV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 87,868 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2025 85,308 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight lift and play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2025 85,296 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play And is noisy on lock to lock with wheels free (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play Excessive lift and play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2024 78,448 miles

Nearside condensation in head light

Pass 1 Sep 2023 71,074 miles

Nearside condensation in head light

Fail 1 Sep 2023 71,074 miles

Nearside condensation in head light

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 63,177 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 56,298 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 50,822 miles

Central Front Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 43,215 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 37,638 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 28,902 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2016 21,911 miles

Engine cover fitted

Undertray fitted

Fail 7 Aug 2016 21,911 miles

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Undertray fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2015 19,289 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 SGV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LG62 SGV, 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

How do I check the history of LG62 SGV?

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What year was LG62 SGV registered?

LG62 SGV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 4 September 2012.

Is LG62 SGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG62 SGV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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