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LR62 UHG

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

79,373 mi
Last recorded79,373 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR62 UHG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 79,373 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2025 79,226 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect weak, (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases poss manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing low on edges, (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Mar 2025 79,226 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower front inner bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached lower front arm, inner bush pulled out, (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect weak, (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases poss manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing low on edges, (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 75,981 miles

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

Front factory fitted engine and floor trims and covers,

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall perished, 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases poss manifold, (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive poss cam cover seal, (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, very corroded, scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 74,370 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides, (1.2.1 (e))

Front factory fitted engine and floor trims./ covers,

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking round side wall, (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking round side wall, on 3mm , 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 70,566 miles

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

Front dash, service message is on,

Front factory fitted engine and floor trims,

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall, (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, corroded and scored, (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 65,962 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2020 101,346 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 53,308 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 46,417 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 38,346 miles

zero emissions

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 31,477 miles

zero emissions

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 UHG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LR62 UHG, 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 UHG registered?

LR62 UHG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is LR62 UHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR62 UHG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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