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FE62 VTU

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

148,479 mi
Last recorded148,479 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE62 VTU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2026 148,479 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 141,119 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 132,944 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 125,319 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 115,196 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 111,622 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 103,843 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 82,566 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 66,650 miles

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play track rod (2.2.B.1f)

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

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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FE62 VTU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 FE62 VTU, 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 FE62 VTU?

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What year was FE62 VTU registered?

FE62 VTU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is FE62 VTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE62 VTU shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE62 VTU have outstanding finance?

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