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WF62 OBG

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,788 mi
Last recorded74,788 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF62 OBG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 74,788 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2025 72,799 miles

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

Front both wiper rubbers hardening

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords all-minor (5.2.3 (d) (i))

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 26 Sep 2024 71,318 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, forward bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 69,315 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, forward arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

slight damage to osr panel

Fail 21 Sep 2023 69,315 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, forward arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

slight damage to osr panel

Pass 28 Sep 2022 66,734 miles

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

engine and under trays fitted

exhaust system corroding

windscreen chipped

Pass 28 Sep 2021 65,431 miles

Front both wipers slightly deteriorated

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all perishing and old (205/50x17 runflat) 3 x 2014, 1 x 2016 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 24 Sep 2020 63,767 miles

Front both wipers juddering

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and both rear perishing (205/50x17 RUNFLAT) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 23 Sep 2020 63,725 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front both wipers juddering

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and both rear perishing (205/50x17 RUNFLAT) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Sep 2019 61,808 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroding

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2018 59,916 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Sep 2017 57,996 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2016 56,140 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2016 56,140 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure seat base (6.2.A.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 43,043 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 OBG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WF62 OBG, 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 OBG registered?

WF62 OBG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 October 2012.

Is WF62 OBG safe to buy?

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