MOT Status
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113,673 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
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))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front ABS/brake pad sensor wiring not routed correctly and cable tied up.
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Moderate leak, close to failure. (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Oil leak, but not excessive Slight leak around gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Exhaust flexi in poor condition.
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre joint poorly welded and has a moderate blow, close to failure. (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust system not fully secure.
Nearside Rear Handbrake effort very low and fluctuating, efficiency requirements only just met.
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread on 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Moderate fluctuations causing imbalance, close to failure. (1.2.1 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread on 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rears have a slight leak. (5.3.2 (b))
Rear suspension components show light corrosion, advise to monitor.
Undertray not fully secure Damaged on N/S and not fully secure. (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Non run on flat tyres fitted to rear
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Non run on flat tyres fitted to rear
Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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FD62 SFZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 FD62 SFZ, 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.
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What year was FD62 SFZ registered?
FD62 SFZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 December 2012.
Is FD62 SFZ safe to buy?
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