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EX62 ODT

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,160 mi
Last recorded87,160 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX62 ODT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2026 87,160 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Travel/bump stop split and perished. (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner shoulder worn thin, cords likely to be exposed soon. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Travel/bump stop split and perished. (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Metal pipe to flexy corroding. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Sep 2025 81,785 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 77,029 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2024 76,995 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front tyres wearing on shoulders

Pass 2 Oct 2023 71,899 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 65,039 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 59,069 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 17 Sep 2020 54,315 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 49,250 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 Sep 2019 49,247 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Sep 2018 41,680 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 33,593 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 33,593 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 26,517 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 16,103 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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EX62 ODT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EX62 ODT, 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 EX62 ODT?

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What year was EX62 ODT registered?

EX62 ODT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 25 September 2012.

Is EX62 ODT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX62 ODT shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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