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BN62 UYO

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

84,015 mi
Last recorded84,015 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN62 UYO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 84,015 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear both rear bump stops deteriorated

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 81,211 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2023 77,134 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 72,590 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))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 68,768 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 66,290 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 10 Sep 2019 62,317 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

rear wiper blades split

Pass 19 Sep 2018 56,358 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 22 Sep 2017 48,128 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2 - 3 mm approx (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 39,752 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 39,752 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 31,391 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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BN62 UYO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BN62 UYO, 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 BN62 UYO registered?

BN62 UYO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 September 2012.

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The MOT history for BN62 UYO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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