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DN62 DLU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

205,130 mi
Last recorded205,130 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN62 DLU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 205,130 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 27 Oct 2023 201,269 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 184,516 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 143,163 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 114,274 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 93,764 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

front and rear brake discs wearing.

Pass 31 Oct 2018 70,974 miles

Covers not allowing full inspection

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

Fail 31 Oct 2018 70,974 miles

Covers not allowing full inspection

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2017 62,425 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 53,491 miles

Emissions too clean to register

Engine covers/under trays fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2015 43,379 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 43,378 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 DLU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DLU, 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 DN62 DLU registered?

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

Is DN62 DLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN62 DLU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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