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EO62 NZR

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

107,542 mi
Last recorded107,542 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO62 NZR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 107,542 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 102,660 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2025 102,062 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut to the cords on the outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt The rear arm of the 2 (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut on the outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 99,725 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 97,015 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2022 92,247 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Dec 2020 88,297 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 77,976 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2018 63,778 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 48,788 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 34,699 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 17,756 miles

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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EO62 NZR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EO62 NZR, 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 EO62 NZR registered?

EO62 NZR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 September 2012.

Is EO62 NZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO62 NZR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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