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LL62 WLN

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

117,308 mi
Last recorded117,308 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL62 WLN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 117,308 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2024 108,298 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 101,810 miles

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

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

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

engine oil leak

Pass 4 Oct 2022 92,799 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 84,305 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 79,659 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2020 76,901 miles

engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

under trays fitted preventing full under body inspection

Pass 5 Mar 2019 66,743 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

O/s inner steering rack joint has slight play

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 8 Dec 2017 56,563 miles

Both front tyres are worn on edges

Both rear tyres are getting low of tread

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

O/s inner steering rack joint has slight play

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 9 Dec 2016 51,919 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Dec 2016 51,919 miles

Offside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2015 35,434 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted unable to test seat belt.

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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LL62 WLN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc petrol 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 LL62 WLN, 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 LL62 WLN registered?

LL62 WLN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 10 December 2012.

Is LL62 WLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL62 WLN 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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