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AV62 SPZ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

84,124 mi
Last recorded84,124 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 SPZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 84,124 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside outer edges slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 12 Aug 2024 76,234 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 8 Aug 2023 68,588 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides slightly deteriorated (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 7 Aug 2023 68,588 miles

Offside Side repeater not working in door mirror housing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides slightly deteriorated (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 31 Jan 2022 59,373 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 56,192 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 53,413 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2018 50,403 miles

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

Offside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Nov 2017 44,761 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front osf tyre punchure

Pass 17 Nov 2016 39,039 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 39,038 miles

Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 30,062 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 29,792 miles

engine covers fitted

undertrays 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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AV62 SPZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 SPZ, 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 SPZ?

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What year was AV62 SPZ registered?

AV62 SPZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 November 2012.

Is AV62 SPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV62 SPZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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