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FE62 ZGL

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

115,641 mi
Last recorded115,641 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE62 ZGL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 115,641 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2025 106,967 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2025 106,967 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 100,060 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 89,948 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 82,949 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

parking brake efficiency only just met it would appear that the system requires adjustment/repair

Pass 27 Nov 2020 78,097 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 68,187 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 55,798 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2017 50,151 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 45,504 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 40,201 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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FE62 ZGL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FE62 ZGL, 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 FE62 ZGL registered?

FE62 ZGL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is FE62 ZGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE62 ZGL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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