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GF61 XEN

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,804 mi
Last recorded112,804 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF61 XEN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2023 112,804 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 108,266 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 26 Aug 2021 108,262 miles

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

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 26 Aug 2020 94,489 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 94,464 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2019 80,474 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front 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 21 Aug 2019 80,367 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front 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 13 Feb 2018 57,897 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 45,128 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/35/18 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/35/18 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 Jan 2017 45,128 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/35/18 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/35/18 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 34,317 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 25,393 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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GF61 XEN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GF61 XEN, 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 GF61 XEN registered?

GF61 XEN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 7 January 2012.

Is GF61 XEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF61 XEN shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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