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WR62 LCU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,159 mi
Last recorded49,159 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR62 LCU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 19 Dec 2025 49,159 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 47,959 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 46,011 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 44,232 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 42,437 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 40,559 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 38,551 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 34,985 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 31,530 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 28,557 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 25,688 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 25,640 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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WR62 LCU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WR62 LCU, 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 WR62 LCU registered?

WR62 LCU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 15 November 2012.

Is WR62 LCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR62 LCU shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WR62 LCU have outstanding finance?

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