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LX62 ZGV

2012 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,280 mi
Last recorded66,280 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 7 Series76,961 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX62 ZGV
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 66,280 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 45,380 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 42,365 miles

Central Rear Gearbox mounting defective Rear axle ()

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 38,690 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Gearbox mounting defective differential bush starting to split ()

Pass 11 Aug 2021 35,758 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 35,758 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 31,617 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2020 31,617 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Apr 2019 26,743 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre ()

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both offside & nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2018 23,032 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre inner edge. ()

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

Pass 11 May 2017 19,200 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 14,220 miles

Offside Rear nail in tyre

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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LX62 ZGV is a 2012 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 76,961 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 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX62 ZGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX62 ZGV registered?

LX62 ZGV is a 2012 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 6 September 2012.

Is LX62 ZGV safe to buy?

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