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FG62 TZR

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,485 mi
Last recorded142,485 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG62 TZR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2023 142,485 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both side (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both side (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Nov 2023 142,469 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Front both brake discs slightly worn

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both side (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre on 3mm tread depth

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both side (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 137,866 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 133,518 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 124,572 miles

Nearside Front tyre damaged on outer sidewall

Nearside Front tyre perished

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 114,491 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) play in pinion ()

Fail 18 Nov 2019 114,491 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play steering Rack arm / internal rack movement? (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Nov 2018 101,518 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 18 Nov 2017 88,046 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 68,108 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 68,108 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 61,947 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 TZR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FG62 TZR, 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 TZR registered?

FG62 TZR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 November 2012.

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