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FG62 TYX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,359 mi
Last recorded123,359 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG62 TYX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 123,359 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 118,276 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 116,747 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 113,227 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 111,305 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2022 111,305 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 95,361 miles

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

perishing on o/s/r outer edge

Fail 10 Nov 2021 95,361 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

perishing on o/s/r outer edge

Pass 16 Nov 2020 76,942 miles

undertrays fitted

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 71,514 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

nearside front tyre slight damage to outer wall

offside and nearside rear shock absorber shrouds insecure

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of components/outer sills

Pass 26 Oct 2018 65,047 miles

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

nearside rear tyre on 3mm

under trays fitted

Fail 26 Oct 2018 65,043 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

nearside rear tyre on 3mm

offside front tyre slight wear on edges

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Nov 2017 60,104 miles

nearside front tyre between 2 and 3mm

offside rear tyre just on 2mm and cut on inner wall

slight wear on front brake discs

under trays fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2016 51,778 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 39,197 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 TYX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FG62 TYX, 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 FG62 TYX registered?

FG62 TYX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 8 November 2012.

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