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FV62 FZK

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

80,211 mi
Last recorded80,211 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 FZK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 80,211 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 75,572 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 71,228 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2023 71,228 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 65,670 miles

Windscreen washer jets weak but provide sufficient fluid

Pass 22 Nov 2021 60,762 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 57,214 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 52,034 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 47,851 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2017 43,735 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 37,879 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

l/h/front tyre now wearing outer edge.

Pass 15 Aug 2015 26,966 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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FV62 FZK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FV62 FZK, 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

How do I check the history of FV62 FZK?

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What year was FV62 FZK registered?

FV62 FZK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is FV62 FZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 FZK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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