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FX62 XLV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

96,493 mi
Last recorded96,493 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX62 XLV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2024 96,493 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n.s & o.s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n.s & o.s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n.s & o.s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Fail 25 Nov 2024 96,493 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n.s & o.s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n.s & o.s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n.s & o.s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Dec 2023 92,988 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 90,022 miles

both rear tyres are low on the edges

Pass 15 Sep 2021 86,116 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))

Fail 15 Sep 2021 86,116 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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 7 Sep 2020 83,486 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 80,129 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 80,129 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 76,020 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 69,066 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 59,010 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 36,886 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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FX62 XLV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FX62 XLV, 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

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What year was FX62 XLV registered?

FX62 XLV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 8 November 2012.

Is FX62 XLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX62 XLV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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