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LM62 FCE

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,792 mi
Last recorded114,792 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM62 FCE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 114,792 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 106,910 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 71,389 miles

Engine covers fitted and under-trays fitted .unable to check all parts

Fail 24 Oct 2015 70,302 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted and under-trays fitted .unable to check all parts

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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LM62 FCE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FCE, 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 LM62 FCE?

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What year was LM62 FCE registered?

LM62 FCE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 October 2012.

Is LM62 FCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM62 FCE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LM62 FCE have outstanding finance?

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