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MJ62 VJD

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

77,921 mi
Last recorded77,921 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ62 VJD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 77,921 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2025 74,342 miles

Engine covers/Under-trays fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2024 64,175 miles

travel on handbrake needs to be tightened - both

Pass 22 Sep 2023 58,532 miles

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

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

Under-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.

Vehicle is Under-sealed.

Pass 19 Sep 2022 54,852 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and nearside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 53,413 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 52,563 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyre's are perishing with age (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 51,779 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 14 Aug 2019 51,779 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 50,711 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 48,183 miles

plastic sill covers

underbody trays fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2015 44,486 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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MJ62 VJD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White 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 MJ62 VJD, 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 MJ62 VJD registered?

MJ62 VJD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 November 2012.

Is MJ62 VJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ62 VJD 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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