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DU62 BGF

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

96,003 mi
Last recorded96,003 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU62 BGF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2023 96,003 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 77,034 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 77,034 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 69,381 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 65,654 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 55,089 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 43,478 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 40,197 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 34,381 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 28,224 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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DU62 BGF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DU62 BGF, 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 DU62 BGF registered?

DU62 BGF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is DU62 BGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU62 BGF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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