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FP62 TCV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

99,032 mi
Last recorded99,032 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP62 TCV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 99,032 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 93,627 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 89,641 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2023 89,575 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 85,876 miles

Offside Front drl inop

Fail 17 Nov 2022 85,876 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front drl inop

Pass 22 Nov 2021 81,918 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2021 81,918 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 78,603 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 72,543 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 67,541 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 61,599 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 53,846 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 53,845 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 47,293 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Nov 2015 47,293 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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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FP62 TCV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FP62 TCV, 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 FP62 TCV registered?

FP62 TCV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 13 November 2012.

Is FP62 TCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP62 TCV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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