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LJ02 JAY

2012 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

137,046 mi
Last recorded137,046 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 7 Series76,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ02 JAY
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 137,046 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2024 127,288 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 125,656 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 123,412 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 119,549 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 13 Sep 2021 119,547 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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 29 Aug 2020 110,900 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 101,760 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 96,021 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Dec 2017 89,500 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 76,752 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 62,020 miles

front tyres worn on edges

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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LJ02 JAY is a 2012 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 76,961 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ02 JAY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LJ02 JAY registered?

LJ02 JAY is a 2012 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is LJ02 JAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ02 JAY 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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