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BV62 JVU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

116,536 mi
Last recorded116,536 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 116,536 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexible section deteriorated and breaking (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2025 116,536 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexible section deteriorated and breaking (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 110,124 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall cut slight 3 mm(225/40-18) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. low reading (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2024 109,927 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps reg plate lamp (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rears not working reg plate lights (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall cut slight 3 mm(225/40-18) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. low reading (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 105,394 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on tread 2 mm (245/35-18 88y r/f (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on tread 245/35-18 88y r/f (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Aug 2023 105,394 miles

Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on tread 2 mm (245/35-18 88y r/f (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on tread 245/35-18 88y r/f (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 99,145 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Sep 2021 94,846 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 86,389 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 77,362 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 73,822 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2018 73,822 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 64,913 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 64,913 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 51,480 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 44,058 miles

engine cover & undertrays fitted

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 JVU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JVU, 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 BV62 JVU registered?

BV62 JVU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 October 2012.

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