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LN62 VBO

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,387 mi
Last recorded111,387 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN62 VBO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 111,387 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2025 87,970 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Mar 2024 72,810 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2024 72,810 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2022 60,645 miles

Service brake effieniency only just met it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 30 Jan 2021 54,223 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 48,233 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 41,980 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 18 Jan 2019 41,980 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Sep 2017 32,964 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 28,107 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 22,807 miles

child seat fitter not allowing full insection of adult belt

offside front tyre worn on outside edge

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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LN62 VBO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LN62 VBO, 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 LN62 VBO registered?

LN62 VBO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 September 2012.

Is LN62 VBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN62 VBO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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