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WV62 FHH

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

139,389 mi
Last recorded139,389 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV62 FHH
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 139,389 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation on internal part of the lens (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit also has cuts to the outer sidewall not deep enough to reach ply or cords (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation on internal part of the lens (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

engine bay covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of testable components

Fail 17 Jun 2026 139,388 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative fault on dash (4.1.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested bulb not working (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation on internal part of the lens (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit also has cuts to the outer sidewall not deep enough to reach ply or cords (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation on internal part of the lens (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

engine bay covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of testable components

Pass 26 Jun 2025 137,572 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2024 134,130 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 127,868 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2023 127,868 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 115,384 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2021 98,641 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2020 87,244 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 78,147 miles

stone-chip on windscreen.

Pass 1 Jun 2018 63,846 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 59,454 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 47,934 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 37,123 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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WV62 FHH is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WV62 FHH, 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 WV62 FHH registered?

WV62 FHH is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 November 2012.

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The MOT history for WV62 FHH shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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