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BV62 JOA

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

100,618 mi
Last recorded100,618 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV62 JOA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2020 100,618 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2019 90,120 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 90,120 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Nov 2018 84,319 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 68,394 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Nov 2016 55,744 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 55,727 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 42,891 miles

Nearside Front wearing on both edges

Nearside Front wearing on outer edges

Nearside Rear tread low

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 JOA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 JOA, 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 JOA registered?

BV62 JOA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 September 2012.

Is BV62 JOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV62 JOA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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