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FH61 DXJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

164,183 mi
Last recorded164,183 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH61 DXJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 164,183 miles

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 27 Sep 2025 164,183 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Oct 2024 154,332 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Repairable location, marked with chalk (205/55/16) ()

Fail 5 Oct 2024 154,331 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Repairable location, marked with chalk (205/55/16) ()

Pass 2 Oct 2023 143,359 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2022 132,371 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2022 132,370 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 123,702 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

nearside number plate lamp dim

Pass 1 Oct 2020 116,110 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2019 108,753 miles

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

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

engine covers and under body covers fitted obscuring some testable items

slight contamination front brake pads

Pass 26 Oct 2018 98,299 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 8 Nov 2017 92,259 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Nov 2017 92,259 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Oct 2016 84,740 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 74,611 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 74,611 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 61,233 miles

Nail in offside rear 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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FH61 DXJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FH61 DXJ, 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 FH61 DXJ registered?

FH61 DXJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is FH61 DXJ safe to buy?

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