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LS12 ZXX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

101,119 mi
Last recorded101,119 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS12 ZXX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2024 101,119 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Oct 2024 101,118 miles

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

Nearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2023 90,574 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Oct 2023 90,570 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 79,908 miles

both rear tyres wearing low

n/s/f tyre wearing low

Pass 7 Oct 2021 71,350 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 65,196 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2019 52,201 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 45,183 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 38,354 miles

rear brake pads starting to get low

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 30,162 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 22,808 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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LS12 ZXX 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 LS12 ZXX, 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 LS12 ZXX registered?

LS12 ZXX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 April 2012.

Is LS12 ZXX safe to buy?

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