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FD61 UUR

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

94,781 mi
Last recorded94,781 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD61 UUR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 94,781 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 88,880 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 83,820 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2024 83,820 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2023 79,305 miles

Condensation in nearside headlight not effecting light output

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

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

Fail 29 Mar 2023 79,305 miles

Condensation in nearside headlight not effecting light output

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2022 75,248 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 71,198 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 71,198 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 69,053 miles

both rear tyres perishing

Fail 29 Jan 2020 69,053 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 25 Sep 2018 64,466 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 64,462 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 61,899 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 7 Oct 2016 56,916 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 27 Aug 2015 50,928 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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FD61 UUR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FD61 UUR, 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 FD61 UUR?

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What year was FD61 UUR registered?

FD61 UUR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 9 January 2012.

Is FD61 UUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD61 UUR shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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