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FX62 XMA

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

203,037 mi
Last recorded203,037 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX62 XMA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 203,037 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2022 203,037 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 190,683 miles

front inner pads worn thin

slight play offside inner rack end

nearside rear shock leaking

Pass 11 Nov 2020 175,769 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 161,856 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 145,695 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 123,499 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 123,499 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 101,625 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Front bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 78,930 miles

slight play in steering arm offside front.

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 XMA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 FX62 XMA, 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 XMA registered?

FX62 XMA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 September 2012.

Is FX62 XMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX62 XMA shows 10 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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