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AF62 MFN

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

108,055 mi
Last recorded108,055 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 MFN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 108,055 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 99,609 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 91,847 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 84,875 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 76,420 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear indicators are losing amber colouration. (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 65,323 miles

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

Offside Front tyre wall damaged

Pass 13 Aug 2019 56,455 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 56,455 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 48,963 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 41,037 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 41,037 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Nearside Rear 2 nails in tyre

Pass 5 Aug 2016 31,558 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 31,558 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick bothside (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 27,882 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

rear pads low 2.mm thick

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 MFN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MFN, 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 MFN registered?

AF62 MFN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 6 September 2012.

Is AF62 MFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 MFN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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