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RV62 VMF

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

91,332 mi
Last recorded91,332 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV62 VMF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2026 91,332 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2026 91,295 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2025 86,933 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2024 85,609 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 78,887 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 71,367 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides rears /replace now (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 65,300 miles

trigger point not met

Pass 3 Sep 2020 60,689 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2019 55,997 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 48,934 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged Both front (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 43,019 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides front tyres wornon edges and perished (4.1.E.1)

both sides outer sill covers and undertrays fitted and trigger point not met

Pass 9 Sep 2016 36,667 miles

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

Trigger point not met

Pass 3 Sep 2015 27,816 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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RV62 VMF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 VMF, 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 VMF registered?

RV62 VMF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is RV62 VMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV62 VMF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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