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WF62 WTM

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

107,466 mi
Last recorded107,466 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF62 WTM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 107,466 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 100,751 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2024 100,751 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 93,460 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2023 93,460 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2022 88,825 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2022 88,825 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 83,351 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 78,626 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Dec 2020 78,626 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2019 71,161 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 63,565 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2018 63,565 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Dec 2017 55,548 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre worn close to the legal limit O/S AND N/S FRONT 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit O/S AND N/S REAR 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 49,296 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 41,652 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 WTM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 WTM, 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 WTM registered?

WF62 WTM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 November 2012.

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