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LV62 SYU

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,755 mi
Last recorded62,755 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2019 62,755 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 49,634 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2018 49,634 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Dec 2017 35,731 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2016 20,062 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 16,218 miles

Nail in off side front tyre.

Fail 27 Nov 2015 16,218 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nail in off side front tyre.

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 SYU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LV62 SYU, 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 LV62 SYU?

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What year was LV62 SYU registered?

LV62 SYU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 15 December 2012.

Is LV62 SYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV62 SYU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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