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WR62 CUW

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,082 mi
Last recorded149,082 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR62 CUW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2023 149,082 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 143,216 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2022 143,216 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Fail 22 Mar 2022 141,298 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm plus nail in inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Mar 2021 128,279 miles

front brake pads appear low on inner

front brake discs inner faces in poor condition

Pass 7 Mar 2020 121,670 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

emissions to clean to read

Pass 8 Mar 2019 107,551 miles

Front and rear registration plates,background dark

Pass 20 Feb 2018 84,714 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 68,240 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 67,888 miles

front tyres worn on outer edges

rear tyre treads low n/s/r 2.3mm o/s/r 2.7mm

Fail 12 Jan 2017 67,888 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front brake pads & discs low

front tyres worn on outer edges

rear tyre treads low n/s/r 2.3mm o/s/r 2.7mm

Pass 28 Jan 2016 55,587 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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WR62 CUW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WR62 CUW, 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 WR62 CUW registered?

WR62 CUW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 October 2012.

Is WR62 CUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR62 CUW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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