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CP62 FWB

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

91,973 mi
Last recorded91,973 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP62 FWB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 91,973 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Sides (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 3 Jul 2025 91,789 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 85,302 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 May 2024 85,285 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 83,665 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2022 79,947 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 77,459 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 75,285 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 71,735 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 64,165 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 56,722 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 56,701 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 52,100 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 43,966 miles

Nearside Rear Metal object in tyre

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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CP62 FWB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 CP62 FWB, 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 CP62 FWB registered?

CP62 FWB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is CP62 FWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP62 FWB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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