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VN62 MWM

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

58,262 mi
Last recorded58,262 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN62 MWM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 58,262 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre worn low

Pass 11 Nov 2023 43,723 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Nov 2022 34,288 miles

Engine under tray fitted ( under body ) not allowing full inspection

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Streaking (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2022 34,284 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Engine under tray fitted ( under body ) not allowing full inspection

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Streaking (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 29,922 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 27,696 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 24,425 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 22,059 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 18,341 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 14,498 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 11,093 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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VN62 MWM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VN62 MWM, 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 VN62 MWM registered?

VN62 MWM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is VN62 MWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN62 MWM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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