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LP12 XKU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,165 mi
Last recorded119,165 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP12 XKU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2024 119,165 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 109,764 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jul 2023 109,758 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2022 98,116 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 83,257 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 64,004 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 52,206 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 52,206 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

offside front caliper spring missing

Pass 16 Jul 2018 39,747 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 24,576 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 19,319 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 15,066 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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LP12 XKU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc 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 LP12 XKU, 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 LP12 XKU registered?

LP12 XKU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 August 2012.

Is LP12 XKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP12 XKU 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.

Does LP12 XKU have outstanding finance?

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