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NG62 XRS

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

144,805 mi
Last recorded144,805 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG62 XRS
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 144,805 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2025 144,591 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 135,199 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 123,901 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2023 122,615 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 100,355 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2022 100,172 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 86,726 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 74,769 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 63,993 miles

oil leaking from rear differential

Pass 5 Sep 2017 54,317 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 54,317 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 44,902 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 28 Sep 2015 35,275 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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NG62 XRS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NG62 XRS, 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

How do I check the history of NG62 XRS?

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What year was NG62 XRS registered?

NG62 XRS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 December 2012.

Is NG62 XRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG62 XRS shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NG62 XRS have outstanding finance?

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