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BD62 TLF

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

151,356 mi
Last recorded151,356 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD62 TLF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 151,356 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 143,346 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 130,303 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Jul 2024 130,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2023 122,772 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 110,592 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 102,352 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 88,562 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 77,249 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2019 77,249 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 58,788 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 40,507 miles

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

both front tyres low on edges

Pass 13 Aug 2016 28,223 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 15,376 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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BD62 TLF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 TLF, 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 BD62 TLF registered?

BD62 TLF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 14 December 2012.

Is BD62 TLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD62 TLF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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