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GF61 XEY

2012 BMW X1

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

79,904 mi
Last recorded79,904 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X166,690 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF61 XEY
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 79,904 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2024 73,797 miles

Cover fitted

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2024 73,797 miles

Cover fitted

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2023 69,002 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 65,115 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 62,461 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 62,004 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 57,430 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 49,793 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front brakes slightly fluctuating

Pass 8 May 2017 40,185 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 36,909 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 31,306 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 21,257 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X1?

Based on 930,947 MOT tests across 114,866 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
6,836
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
114,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,863
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,459
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GF61 XEY is a 2012 BMW X1 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 66,690 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF61 XEY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this BMW X1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF61 XEY registered?

GF61 XEY is a 2012 BMW X1, first registered on 4 January 2012.

Is GF61 XEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF61 XEY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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