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NL62 DVR

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

138,423 mi
Last recorded138,423 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL62 DVR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 138,423 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Jun 2023 135,538 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2023 135,538 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 130,708 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs all round slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls damaged,has been run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Sep 2019 124,960 miles

Rear brake discs scored and corroded

Fail 9 Sep 2019 124,960 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear brake discs scored and corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2018 119,341 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2017 115,853 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 115,853 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 96,328 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

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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NL62 DVR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 NL62 DVR, 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.

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What year was NL62 DVR registered?

NL62 DVR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 3 September 2012.

Is NL62 DVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL62 DVR shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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