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DN62 BXY

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,909 mi
Last recorded86,909 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN62 BXY
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 86,909 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 82,822 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2024 77,534 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 73,875 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 68,893 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2021 64,501 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 60,691 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 54,942 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 42,847 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Mar 2017 36,670 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2015 26,851 miles

both rear tyres on 3 mm

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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DN62 BXY is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DN62 BXY, 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

How do I check the history of DN62 BXY?

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What year was DN62 BXY registered?

DN62 BXY is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is DN62 BXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN62 BXY shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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