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LR62 PYS

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

196,224 mi
Last recorded196,224 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR62 PYS
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 196,224 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective water in headlamp (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 172,607 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Jun 2025 172,607 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 150,758 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both ns and os slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking Brake efficiency 18% Brake lock 0%. Readings: 180 / 100 KgF

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

minor corrosion to some underbody components

shock absorber dust boots / bump stops deteriorated: both front and NS rear

Fail 8 Aug 2024 150,758 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both ns and os slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high PRS: BOTH adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam PRS: replaced H7 bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking Brake efficiency 18% Brake lock 0%. Readings: 180 / 100 KgF

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

minor corrosion to some underbody components

shock absorber dust boots / bump stops deteriorated: both front and NS rear

Fail 29 Jul 2024 150,045 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested * (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam * (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both ns and os slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking Brake efficiency 18% Brake lock 0%. Readings: 180 / 100 KgF

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

minor corrosion to some underbody components

shock absorber dust boots / bump stops deteriorated: both front and NS rear

Pass 8 Aug 2023 129,253 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2023 129,253 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 107,714 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 93,987 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2020 82,734 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 72,214 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 58,416 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 49,936 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 46,867 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 46,867 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 39,427 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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LR62 PYS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LR62 PYS, 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 LR62 PYS registered?

LR62 PYS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is LR62 PYS safe to buy?

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