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CX62 XDR

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

136,521 mi
Last recorded136,521 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX62 XDR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 136,521 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Front brake pads wearing close to wear indicator

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2025 122,121 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Jul 2025 122,121 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 102,885 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2024 102,885 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 95,805 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 72,873 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 53,325 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 52,640 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 21 Nov 2018 47,819 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2017 39,515 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Brake reaction bushes are soft

Slight play in o/s inner steering rack joint

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Fail 24 May 2017 39,477 miles

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

Brake reaction bushes are soft

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

Slight play in o/s inner steering rack joint

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 12 Sep 2015 28,265 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2015 28,265 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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CX62 XDR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CX62 XDR, 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 CX62 XDR registered?

CX62 XDR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 September 2012.

Is CX62 XDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX62 XDR shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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