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PX62 WLU

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

107,778 mi
Last recorded107,778 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX62 WLU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 107,778 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Slightly Loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 90,295 miles

Under tary fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2021 80,368 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 80,368 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 65,859 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 65,859 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 47,289 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))

Pass 6 May 2018 41,698 miles

Nearside Rear Slight brake bind

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2017 34,025 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 18,187 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 15,330 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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PX62 WLU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PX62 WLU, 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 PX62 WLU registered?

PX62 WLU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is PX62 WLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX62 WLU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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