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PE62 UYV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

148,026 mi
Last recorded148,026 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE62 UYV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 148,026 miles

Brake pedal feels spongy

Nearside Front Daylight running light not working

Play in offside steering rack arm and knocking, bush in rack faulty

Suspect front exhaust blowing but under trays covering

Fail 6 Oct 2025 148,026 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake pedal feels spongy

Nearside Front Daylight running light not working

Play in offside steering rack arm and knocking, bush in rack faulty

Suspect front exhaust blowing but under trays covering

Pass 20 Sep 2024 137,489 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges bald no cords/ply showing at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 19 Sep 2024 137,439 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges bald no cords/ply showing at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 125,245 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 113,581 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 106,371 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 98,557 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 95,049 miles

Engine covers fitted

Exhaust front flexi pipe slightly tired but secure

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

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin Worn to 5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted On the inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Fail 27 Sep 2019 95,049 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working Side repeater in the mirror (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure On the inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted

Exhaust front flexi pipe slightly tired but secure

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted On the inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2018 81,196 miles

Undertrays fitted

Fail 14 Sep 2018 81,196 miles

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2017 69,950 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Both rears (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 58,613 miles

Engine covers fitted

Front Brake pads getting low

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

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under trays fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2015 48,994 miles

Both rear tyres worn on edges close to legal limit

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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PE62 UYV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 PE62 UYV, 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 PE62 UYV registered?

PE62 UYV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 September 2012.

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