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NU62 PCX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

109,178 mi
Last recorded109,178 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU62 PCX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 109,178 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Apr 2025 104,524 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Apr 2025 104,523 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 95,472 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 May 2023 82,307 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 73,110 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 62,767 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2020 50,648 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 48,899 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 44,332 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2018 25,009 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 21,341 miles

Central Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 13,730 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 6,708 miles

Offside Rear tyre has a nail in

Fail 10 Sep 2015 6,708 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear tyre has a nail in

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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NU62 PCX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 NU62 PCX, 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 NU62 PCX registered?

NU62 PCX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is NU62 PCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU62 PCX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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