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NJ62 NDO

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

139,031 mi
Last recorded139,031 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ62 NDO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 139,031 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 125,146 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under covers fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components

Pass 27 Sep 2023 113,001 miles

under covers fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components

Pass 29 Sep 2022 105,056 miles

os door mirror is held on with tape

tpms light is on

both rear tyres are wearing edges

Pass 15 Oct 2021 96,396 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 88,485 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 85,744 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 81,156 miles

both tie bar front bushes are soft

rear tyres are getting low

very slight movement in the rackends

Pass 20 Oct 2017 74,406 miles

osr damper is weeping

Fail 20 Oct 2017 74,400 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 66,685 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 66,683 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2015 49,328 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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NJ62 NDO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 NJ62 NDO, 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 NJ62 NDO registered?

NJ62 NDO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 October 2012.

Is NJ62 NDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ62 NDO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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