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V6 LLF

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

86,368 mi
Last recorded86,368 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2021
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV6 LLF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2021 86,368 miles

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

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

engine cover belly pan and under trays fitted back through vehicle

Pass 1 Dec 2020 74,557 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 68,985 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 58,192 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 47,235 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 47,230 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 34,397 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 19,418 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on shoulders (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing thin on inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on shoulders (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing thin on inner shoulder (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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V6 LLF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V6 LLF, 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 V6 LLF registered?

V6 LLF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 7 December 2012.

Is V6 LLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V6 LLF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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