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FX62 XME

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,315 mi
Last recorded94,315 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX62 XME
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 94,315 miles

Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2025 94,313 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 82,704 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2023 77,358 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 74,880 miles

Nearside Front DRL not working

Pass 5 Apr 2022 71,497 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 67,317 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2021 67,317 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2020 62,747 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2020 62,747 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2019 57,927 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2018 53,716 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2017 50,527 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 45,159 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 42,717 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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FX62 XME is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 XME, 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 XME registered?

FX62 XME is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is FX62 XME safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX62 XME shows 15 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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