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FG62 FSU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2023
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,220 mi
Last recorded42,220 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG62 FSU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Jan 2022 42,220 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 36,305 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2020 31,842 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 25,883 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 Jan 2018 19,267 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 18,094 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 13,804 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Sep 2015 11,646 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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FG62 FSU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FG62 FSU, 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 FG62 FSU?

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What year was FG62 FSU registered?

FG62 FSU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 25 September 2012.

Is FG62 FSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG62 FSU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FG62 FSU have outstanding finance?

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