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LV62 KSN

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

85,274 mi
Last recorded85,274 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV62 KSN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2026 85,274 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2025 77,994 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 67,506 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair service brake and park brake (1.2.1 (c))

undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Jul 2023 53,533 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 41,430 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 39,862 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 35,957 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 32,983 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 29,767 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 25,432 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 22,406 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 18,203 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 18,203 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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LV62 KSN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LV62 KSN, 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 LV62 KSN registered?

LV62 KSN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is LV62 KSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV62 KSN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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