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LT62 SZX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

106,009 mi
Last recorded106,009 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT62 SZX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 106,009 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Nov 2025 106,009 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2024 102,148 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 30 Nov 2024 102,148 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 98,957 miles

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

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

o/s/f window does not work

Fail 13 Nov 2023 98,957 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low on floor (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

o/s/f window does not work

Pass 14 Nov 2022 97,116 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on outside edge--205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 26 Nov 2021 86,168 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2020 79,790 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 66,486 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit, advise immediate replacement (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 54,925 miles

slight oil leak from rear diff

Fail 19 Jul 2018 54,919 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

slight oil leak from rear diff

Pass 10 Jul 2017 42,069 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 42,069 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 40,573 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 40,573 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 30,329 miles

Front wipers smearing

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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LT62 SZX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 LT62 SZX, 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.

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What year was LT62 SZX registered?

LT62 SZX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 11 September 2012.

Is LT62 SZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT62 SZX shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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