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WF62 JPJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

114,111 mi
Last recorded114,111 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF62 JPJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 114,111 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 108,673 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 105,685 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 26 Sep 2022 76,861 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 53,697 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 48,544 miles

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

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

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 7 Sep 2019 45,361 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 38,374 miles

Engine covers fitted

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

Oil leak

Undertrays fitted

Fail 1 Sep 2018 38,280 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245-35-18 Bridgestone RSC (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Engine covers fitted

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

Oil leak

Undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2017 33,110 miles

Front brake pads low

Front discs worn

Slight play in offside steering arm inner knuckle

Pass 13 Sep 2016 28,801 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 23,735 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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WF62 JPJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 WF62 JPJ, 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.

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What year was WF62 JPJ registered?

WF62 JPJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is WF62 JPJ safe to buy?

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