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RV62 GXP

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,251 mi
Last recorded69,251 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV62 GXP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 69,251 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2025 65,941 miles

Nearside washer jet poor operation

Pass 20 Aug 2024 62,627 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 62,627 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 58,339 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 54,062 miles

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

Nearside Front washer jet spray guide missing

Pass 25 Aug 2021 50,135 miles

Nearside Front day time running light not working

Nearside washer jet spray head missing

both front shock absorber dust boots split

Fail 24 Aug 2021 50,135 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front day time running light not working

Nearside washer jet spray head missing

both front shock absorber dust boots split

Pass 20 Aug 2020 46,438 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber boot perished/split

Pass 7 Aug 2019 40,294 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber boot perished/split

Pass 24 Aug 2018 32,273 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin across front axle (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber boot perished/split

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Across rear axle (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 28,657 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber gaiter split/adrift

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear tyres perishing

Rear wiper split

Pass 15 Aug 2016 23,170 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Has the Gaiter split aswell (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 26 Aug 2015 16,902 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber Dust cover split

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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RV62 GXP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RV62 GXP, 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 RV62 GXP registered?

RV62 GXP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is RV62 GXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV62 GXP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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