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WU62 DCF

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,442 mi
Last recorded58,442 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU62 DCF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2026 58,442 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 1 Sep 2025 55,553 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 53,687 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Sep 2023 51,771 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Sep 2022 49,977 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Round (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 47,360 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 43,668 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2019 37,989 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 31,376 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2017 25,344 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 21,253 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 15,327 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (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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WU62 DCF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WU62 DCF, 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

How do I check the history of WU62 DCF?

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What year was WU62 DCF registered?

WU62 DCF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is WU62 DCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU62 DCF shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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