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WF62 MRX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

78,083 mi
Last recorded78,083 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF62 MRX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 78,083 miles

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

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play RACK END (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2026 78,083 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play RACK END (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 73,346 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sun visor (3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 69,281 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play RACK END (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 65,504 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 60,832 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 55,000 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 53,076 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 48,593 miles

Rear wiper blade split.

Pass 25 Oct 2018 43,541 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 37,795 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 29,076 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 22,634 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 MRX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue 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 WF62 MRX, 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 WF62 MRX registered?

WF62 MRX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is WF62 MRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF62 MRX 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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