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LX12 LXU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,469 mi
Last recorded54,469 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX12 LXU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 54,469 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2026 54,469 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2025 47,326 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 34,450 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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LX12 LXU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LX12 LXU, 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 LX12 LXU?

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What year was LX12 LXU registered?

LX12 LXU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is LX12 LXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX12 LXU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LX12 LXU have outstanding finance?

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