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BD62 MJV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

134,461 mi
Last recorded134,461 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD62 MJV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 134,461 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 113,601 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 97,422 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 82,516 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 63,625 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 56,322 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 47,827 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 39,204 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 39,099 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

front brake disc's corroded and worn

handbrake travel

Pass 8 Jan 2016 37,549 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2016 37,549 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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BD62 MJV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BD62 MJV, 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 BD62 MJV registered?

BD62 MJV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 15 December 2012.

Is BD62 MJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD62 MJV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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