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RE62 MEV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2020
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,755 mi
Last recorded71,755 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE62 MEV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2019 71,755 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 64,841 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 54,890 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 45,463 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 3 Nov 2015 33,808 miles

both rear tyres starting to get low on tread

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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RE62 MEV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RE62 MEV, 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 RE62 MEV registered?

RE62 MEV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 7 November 2012.

Is RE62 MEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE62 MEV shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RE62 MEV have outstanding finance?

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