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AO62 ROU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

155,135 mi
Last recorded155,135 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO62 ROU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 155,135 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view front (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 141,538 miles

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side front (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 126,135 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2023 126,135 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 114,252 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 102,550 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 102,498 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 91,631 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 81,142 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 61,510 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 56,597 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre deep cut in tread less than 25mm

Rear suspension bump stops perished

Pass 18 Jul 2016 47,740 miles

Nearside Rear seat belt unable to inspect for mot child seat fitted

Rear suspension bump stops perished

Pass 23 Jul 2015 39,695 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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AO62 ROU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 AO62 ROU, 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.

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What year was AO62 ROU registered?

AO62 ROU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 October 2012.

Is AO62 ROU safe to buy?

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