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LM62 DFG

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

58,747 mi
Last recorded58,747 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM62 DFG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 58,747 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2025 58,747 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 55,225 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 52,771 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 49,969 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 46,787 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 42,348 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 37,112 miles

Nearside Front tyre perishing

Offside Front tyre perishing

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 14 Feb 2018 32,479 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 27,613 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 19,430 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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LM62 DFG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LM62 DFG, 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 LM62 DFG registered?

LM62 DFG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 3 November 2012.

Is LM62 DFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM62 DFG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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