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AF62 GVR

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

143,308 mi
Last recorded143,308 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 GVR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 143,308 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2026 143,205 miles

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost exposing cords (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 138,103 miles

Lower under tray and top engine covers fitted

Fail 23 Jun 2025 138,050 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt damaged (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt damaged (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Lower under tray and top engine covers fitted

Fail 14 Jun 2025 138,016 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt damaged (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt damaged (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Lower under tray and top engine covers fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2024 129,437 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2023 122,221 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 111,941 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 104,625 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 95,576 miles

Brake Pad Sensor Wire Broken Front

Pass 17 Oct 2019 91,837 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip on the windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

break pad wear sensor light on, near side front sensor snapped , needs attention

Pass 29 Sep 2018 88,372 miles

BRAKE PAD WEAR WARNING LIGHT ON

Pass 23 Sep 2017 84,591 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 80,123 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 75,781 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

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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AF62 GVR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AF62 GVR, 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 AF62 GVR registered?

AF62 GVR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 10 September 2012.

Is AF62 GVR safe to buy?

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