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LM07 DPM

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,219 mi
Last recorded86,219 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM07 DPM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 86,219 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 80,455 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 75,050 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 69,806 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

front and centre undertray obscuring view.

Pass 6 Oct 2021 64,902 miles

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))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 60,988 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 60,988 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both. B-stone 245.35.18Y RFT (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2019 57,028 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/18 Y (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2018 49,515 miles

Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of top side of engine.

Side skirts fitted not allowing full inspection of outer sills.

Under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle.

Pass 16 Oct 2017 41,731 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 41,326 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 37,373 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 32,165 miles

Nearside Front wearing on the outer edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wearing on the outer edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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LM07 DPM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LM07 DPM, 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 LM07 DPM registered?

LM07 DPM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is LM07 DPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM07 DPM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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