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RV62 XVL

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

86,410 mi
Last recorded86,410 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 86,410 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2025 86,401 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2024 84,908 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 82,054 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2023 81,980 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2022 76,432 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 58,975 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 54,785 miles

Front brake discd are worn and lipped

Offside side repeater flickering

Fail 1 Oct 2020 54,782 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front brake discd are worn and lipped

Offside side repeater flickering

Pass 5 Oct 2019 51,936 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 49,207 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 42,459 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 13 Sep 2017 42,459 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Aug 2016 33,512 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 33,512 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 26,361 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 26,361 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidwall (4.1.D.1a)

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 XVL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 RV62 XVL, 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

How do I check the history of RV62 XVL?

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What year was RV62 XVL registered?

RV62 XVL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is RV62 XVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV62 XVL shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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