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AV62 FWF

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

88,281 mi
Last recorded88,281 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV62 FWF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 88,281 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 85,135 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 74,990 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 60,899 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 49,093 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 44,041 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 40,125 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 35,493 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Nov 2017 31,537 miles

Nearside Front tyre heavily perished

Offside Front tyre heavily perished

Pass 5 Nov 2016 27,484 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 22,792 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 22,508 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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 FWF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel 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 FWF, 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

How do I check the history of AV62 FWF?

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What year was AV62 FWF registered?

AV62 FWF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 November 2012.

Is AV62 FWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV62 FWF 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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