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FH62 EZM

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,658 mi
Last recorded113,658 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH62 EZM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 113,658 miles

Slight weep on gear box seal

Pass 28 Jul 2025 107,900 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 102,433 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge, 4.5mm centre (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Jul 2024 102,388 miles

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

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

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2023 96,439 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 87,414 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 75,549 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both of the rear brake discs are worn and corroded. More so on the inner face. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 73,521 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear brake discs are corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Jun 2020 73,521 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high Both front headlights set too high on dip beam. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear brake discs are corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 71,676 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 70,332 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 68,702 miles

engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Dec 2016 61,797 miles

ALL Brake Discs slightly worn.

Factory fitted Engine Cover.

Factory fitted Sill Covers.

Factory fitted Undertrays.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 29 Dec 2016 61,797 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate obscured Tow Ball Impact Plate too high. (6.3.1d)

Trailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

ALL Brake Discs slightly worn.

Factory fitted Engine Cover.

Factory fitted Sill Covers.

Factory fitted Undertrays.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 44,140 miles

Tow bar bash plate removed at time of test

Fail 15 Dec 2015 44,140 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Tow bar bash plate removed at time of test

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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FH62 EZM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 FH62 EZM, 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 FH62 EZM registered?

FH62 EZM is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 December 2012.

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