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GF62 YOV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

109,831 mi
Last recorded109,831 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF62 YOV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 109,831 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2026 109,824 miles

Offside Front Steering component casing fixing bolts missing Track rod end locking bolt (2.1.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2025 106,351 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 101,753 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped center (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2024 101,753 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped center (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 96,612 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 89,821 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 79,355 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 62,414 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 58,927 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 58,927 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 46,726 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 45,946 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 41,526 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2017 41,526 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 33,120 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 25,201 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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GF62 YOV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GF62 YOV, 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 GF62 YOV registered?

GF62 YOV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 November 2012.

Is GF62 YOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF62 YOV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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