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RO62 WDP

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,688 mi
Last recorded72,688 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO62 WDP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2026 72,688 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2025 70,587 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 66,716 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Sep 2024 66,715 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Road wheel fixing missing 1 on all 4 Wheels Missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 62,479 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 57,238 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 57,238 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 53,431 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

wet conditions

Fail 23 Sep 2021 53,430 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

under trays and engine covers fitted

wet conditions

Pass 24 Sep 2020 51,494 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2019 45,960 miles

engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

under trays fitted preventing full under vehicle inspection

Pass 17 Sep 2018 38,423 miles

Brake reaction bushes are soft

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

O/s/f wheel is buckled

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 7 Sep 2017 31,670 miles

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

O/s/f tyre heavily worn on edges close to limit.

Pass 15 Sep 2016 25,369 miles

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

Pass 21 Sep 2015 18,917 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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RO62 WDP 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 80%.

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 RO62 WDP, 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 RO62 WDP registered?

RO62 WDP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is RO62 WDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO62 WDP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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