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MF62 EOW

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

117,237 mi
Last recorded117,237 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF62 EOW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 117,237 miles

Advise both rear brake discs heat shields missing

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

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

Fail 17 Apr 2026 117,237 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Coolant leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting has an unsafe modification shock absorber top mountings incorrect size washers (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting has an unsafe modification shock absorber top mountings incorrect size washers (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Central Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision buckle incorrect fixing (7.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Advise both rear brake discs heat shields missing

Advise brake pad warning light on dash

Advise rear seat insecure

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Coolant leak lower radiator

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

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 117,064 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Apr 2024 117,064 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2023 116,813 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted Retaining spring missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))

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

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All rear seats removed from vehicle at time of mot

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 115,251 miles

engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

lower effort on n/s/r handbrake

under-trays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 5 Oct 2021 108,442 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 104,961 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 93,770 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 93,766 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 85,774 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 73,200 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 54,999 miles

Offside Front Cut's in tread

Fail 30 Aug 2016 54,998 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Cut's in tread

Pass 25 Aug 2015 41,195 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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MF62 EOW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 MF62 EOW, 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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MF62 EOW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 September 2012.

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