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OV62 WYL

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

77,330 mi
Last recorded77,330 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV62 WYL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 77,330 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 75,640 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 71,915 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 66,183 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play also known as drum stick (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 61,328 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 61,328 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 54,547 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 52,960 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 51,748 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 50,219 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 43,331 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 32,542 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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OV62 WYL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 OV62 WYL, 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 OV62 WYL?

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What year was OV62 WYL registered?

OV62 WYL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 November 2012.

Is OV62 WYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV62 WYL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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