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FM62 PCU

2012 BMW 125

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

71,575 mi
Last recorded71,575 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12562,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM62 PCU
MakeBMW
Model125
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 71,575 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 68,421 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 64,594 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 60,539 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2022 60,528 miles

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

Both front shocker dust covers split.

Both rear suspension bump stops worn

Central exhaust clamp cracked (still secure)

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexi. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexi. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in the centre. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 57,255 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 57,255 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 53,812 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 50,417 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 46,808 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 43,026 miles

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

Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge

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

Pass 10 Aug 2016 35,837 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 26,331 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 125?

Based on 59,027 MOT tests across 5,126 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
6,168
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
5,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 378
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 374
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 204
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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FM62 PCU is a 2012 BMW 125 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 BMW 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 62,877 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM62 PCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FM62 PCU?

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What year was FM62 PCU registered?

FM62 PCU is a 2012 BMW 125, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is FM62 PCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM62 PCU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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