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LV62 WXN

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

76,113 mi
Last recorded76,113 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV62 WXN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2019 76,113 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 76,113 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 64,029 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2018 64,029 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2017 54,115 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 54,115 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Knocking noise from steering rack/track rod.

Offside Front Tyre worn on outer edge.

Rear Wiper blade missing.

Pass 21 Nov 2016 43,434 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit ALL 4 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Nov 2016 43,397 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2015 32,155 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit advise replace (3.5.1g)

discs worn

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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LV62 WXN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 WXN, 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 WXN registered?

LV62 WXN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 November 2012.

Is LV62 WXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV62 WXN shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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