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LM62 PDX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

48,113 mi
Last recorded48,113 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM62 PDX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 48,113 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 32,862 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2022 32,862 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 20,848 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 20,848 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2020 14,426 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 14,072 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 13,512 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 11,868 miles
Pass 8 May 2016 9,729 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 8,949 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 PDX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PDX, 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 PDX?

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What year was LM62 PDX registered?

LM62 PDX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is LM62 PDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM62 PDX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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