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WN62 DXB

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

127,528 mi
Last recorded127,528 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN62 DXB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 127,528 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated *front arm * (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear diff leak

Under-trays + engine cover fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Nov 2025 127,507 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn *front arm* (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn *rear arm* (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated *front arm * (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear diff leak

Under-trays + engine cover fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2024 109,923 miles

Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside + Offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Under-trays/Engine cover/sill trims fitted obscuring view of some components

Fail 9 Nov 2024 109,913 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside + Offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Under-trays/Engine cover/sill trims fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 27 Oct 2023 94,808 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play

Pass 31 Oct 2022 86,800 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 76,760 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Oct 2021 76,760 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 67,233 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 55,142 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2018 44,007 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2018 44,006 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working in door mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 35,967 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 28,572 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 22,333 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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WN62 DXB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 WN62 DXB, 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 WN62 DXB registered?

WN62 DXB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is WN62 DXB safe to buy?

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