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LS62 SOU

2012 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

110,882 mi
Last recorded110,882 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 7 Series76,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS62 SOU
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 110,882 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 97,630 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 84,557 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight play. ()

Pass 29 Sep 2022 77,147 miles

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

Under-trays fitted.

Pass 23 Sep 2021 67,978 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 60,831 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone "A" (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2020 60,765 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (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))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone "A" (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 49,367 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 38,400 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 32,089 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 26,689 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 19,708 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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LS62 SOU is a 2012 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 76,961 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS62 SOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LS62 SOU registered?

LS62 SOU is a 2012 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is LS62 SOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS62 SOU 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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