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LV12 CZM

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,163 mi
Last recorded84,163 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV12 CZM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 84,163 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2025 78,159 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2024 73,898 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR TYRES CRACKING ON INNER AND OUTER TREADS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 May 2024 73,898 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR TYRES CRACKING ON INNER AND OUTER TREADS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2023 69,188 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 69,188 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 59,967 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2021 50,494 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 48,435 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 38,349 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 30,542 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 22,850 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2017 22,850 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 17,386 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3-4mm / nail in tyre (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 11,887 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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LV12 CZM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LV12 CZM, 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

How do I check the history of LV12 CZM?

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What year was LV12 CZM registered?

LV12 CZM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 April 2012.

Is LV12 CZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV12 CZM shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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