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AV62 BFE

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

95,515 mi
Last recorded95,515 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV62 BFE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 95,515 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2025 95,515 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 91,658 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 86,904 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 80,619 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 75,096 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 69,294 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 59,474 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 51,796 miles

Engine cover and Full Undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2017 41,483 miles

Engine cover and Full Undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2016 31,157 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 22,224 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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AV62 BFE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AV62 BFE, 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 AV62 BFE registered?

AV62 BFE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 22 September 2012.

Is AV62 BFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV62 BFE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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