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ML62 JVX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

70,661 mi
Last recorded70,661 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML62 JVX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 70,661 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2026 70,661 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to fuel leaking every where (1.2.1 (g))

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

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Mar 2025 64,016 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 58,460 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 55,567 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2022 55,117 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 50,625 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 45,555 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2020 45,555 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 42,952 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 36,318 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 33,469 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 32,324 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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ML62 JVX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ML62 JVX, 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 ML62 JVX registered?

ML62 JVX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 October 2012.

Is ML62 JVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML62 JVX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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