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LS62 BVM

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

99,308 mi
Last recorded99,308 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS62 BVM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 99,308 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2026 99,308 miles

Central Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2025 98,007 miles

Front shock absorber boots split

Offside Front seat unable to slide for rear access

Rear prop shaft flexi coupling perished

Pass 8 Jun 2024 96,783 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear seal on transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 94,758 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2022 93,328 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 72,167 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2021 72,167 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 50,925 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 50,925 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2018 46,047 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 39,275 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 33,932 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 27,309 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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LS62 BVM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LS62 BVM, 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 LS62 BVM registered?

LS62 BVM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is LS62 BVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS62 BVM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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