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FJ62 ZHK

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,682 mi
Last recorded51,682 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2018
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ62 ZHK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2018 51,682 miles

under body covers fitted

Fail 26 Nov 2018 51,666 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

under body covers fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2017 43,084 miles

Front tyres are low on the edges of tread

Nearside Rear tyre is just legal ..advice change

Offside Rear tyre is just legal ... advice change

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2016 35,375 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 25,885 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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FJ62 ZHK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 FJ62 ZHK, 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 FJ62 ZHK registered?

FJ62 ZHK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is FJ62 ZHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ62 ZHK shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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