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LG62 TUV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,142 mi
Last recorded40,142 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG62 TUV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 40,142 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2026 40,139 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 37,780 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 35,152 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2024 35,146 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlight aim moves up and down by them selves intermittently

Pass 7 Mar 2023 32,686 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 30,093 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 27,673 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 25,160 miles

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

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2018 22,091 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 19,531 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 16,309 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 13,430 miles

Front nearside and offside front tyre treads are wearing thin on outer edges

Pass 28 Aug 2015 11,240 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 TUV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black 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 TUV, 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 TUV?

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What year was LG62 TUV registered?

LG62 TUV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 10 September 2012.

Is LG62 TUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG62 TUV 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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