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WR62 VFW

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

157,374 mi
Last recorded157,374 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR62 VFW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2019 157,374 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 142,467 miles

Both front tyres edged off

Both rear tyres down to 3.0mm

Front number plate cracked

Slight leak from both rear shocks

Pass 17 Nov 2017 129,821 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 17 Nov 2017 129,821 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 115,130 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 115,130 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working nsf sidelight inop (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Seat belt installation causes a three point belt lap section to be incorrectly positioned across the occupant nsf seat belt twisted (5.3.1u)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 85,402 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)

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 VFW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VFW, 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 VFW registered?

WR62 VFW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 November 2012.

Is WR62 VFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR62 VFW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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