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MV62 XVR

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,587 mi
Last recorded57,587 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV62 XVR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2025 57,587 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 55,954 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 53,088 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 50,728 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 44,940 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 40,308 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 35,107 miles

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))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 28,987 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 21,157 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 15,470 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cut in sidewall

Pass 24 Sep 2015 10,215 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 10,097 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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MV62 XVR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 MV62 XVR, 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 MV62 XVR registered?

MV62 XVR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is MV62 XVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV62 XVR shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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