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LM62 PCX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2024
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,666 mi
Last recorded127,666 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM62 PCX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2023 127,666 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 116,647 miles

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

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 108,657 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 95,013 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 89,621 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 74,883 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 62,579 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 47,942 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2015 26,690 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 PCX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PCX, 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.

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What year was LM62 PCX registered?

LM62 PCX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 October 2012.

Is LM62 PCX safe to buy?

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