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AF62 GWA

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,365 mi
Last recorded70,365 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 GWA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2026 70,365 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2025 60,216 miles

undertrays/outersill covers fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2024 51,830 miles

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

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

Offside steering rack knock

Pass 31 Aug 2023 48,481 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 45,526 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 42,579 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 39,492 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 36,137 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 31,692 miles

slight play in o/s/f steering arm

Pass 30 Aug 2017 27,285 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 21,892 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 16,714 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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AF62 GWA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel 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 AF62 GWA, 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 GWA registered?

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

Is AF62 GWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 GWA 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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