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FE62 ZGN

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

84,259 mi
Last recorded84,259 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE62 ZGN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 84,259 miles

All 4 tyres wearing on edges

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washers operate but are very weak

Pass 26 Nov 2024 73,226 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2024 73,225 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 69,047 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2023 68,889 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 67,133 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 64,553 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 62,558 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 60,247 miles

engine cover & undertray fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2018 56,920 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 56,920 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 53,528 miles

both rear tyres have uneven wear.

engine and floor pan covers fitted.

Fail 18 Sep 2017 53,528 miles

engine and floor pan covers fitted.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres have uneven wear.

Pass 26 Aug 2016 47,062 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 32,416 miles

Offside Front nail in tyre

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 ZGN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FE62 ZGN, 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 FE62 ZGN registered?

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

Is FE62 ZGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE62 ZGN shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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