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BV62 EEB

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

135,348 mi
Last recorded135,348 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV62 EEB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 135,348 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 132,069 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 129,810 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 128,980 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 128,105 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 126,411 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2019 113,228 miles

Both Rear tyres low

Rear Pads low

Pass 30 Aug 2018 96,341 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 93,333 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre splitting on inner edge

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 85,584 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 84,204 miles

Offside Front Outer edge excessively worn

Fail 25 Aug 2016 84,204 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge 25/45/r17/91w (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Outer edge excessively worn

Pass 4 Sep 2015 64,920 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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BV62 EEB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BV62 EEB, 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 BV62 EEB registered?

BV62 EEB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 3 September 2012.

Is BV62 EEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV62 EEB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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