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FV61 GVF

2012 BMW X1

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

124,484 mi
Last recorded124,484 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X166,690 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 GVF
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 124,484 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 6 Jun 2025 117,528 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2025 117,528 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2024 110,293 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 100,259 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 98,190 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 97,781 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 84,729 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Under trays fitted

Fail 22 Jan 2021 84,729 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Under trays fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2019 79,910 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jan 2019 72,947 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 72,875 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rear inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding causing damage to brake discs (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear lower inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding causing damage to brake discs (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2017 63,848 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 53,665 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 45,348 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 32,168 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X1?

Based on 930,947 MOT tests across 114,866 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
6,836
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
114,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,863
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,459
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FV61 GVF is a 2012 BMW X1 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 66,690 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 X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV61 GVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this BMW X1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV61 GVF registered?

FV61 GVF is a 2012 BMW X1, first registered on 4 January 2012.

Is FV61 GVF safe to buy?

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