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FD62 SFZ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,673 mi
Last recorded113,673 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD62 SFZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 113,673 miles

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))

Fail 29 May 2026 113,673 miles

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))

Pass 27 May 2025 107,002 miles

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))

Pass 31 May 2024 100,601 miles

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))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 96,654 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 92,404 miles

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))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 92,402 miles

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))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 79,437 miles

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

Non run on flat tyres fitted to rear

Fail 13 Aug 2021 79,435 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 74,040 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 66,895 miles

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))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 59,255 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 51,398 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 51,398 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 47,489 miles

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)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 40,846 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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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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