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GL62 AYT

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

41,954 mi
Last recorded41,954 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL62 AYT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 41,954 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 39,122 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2023 36,154 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2023 36,154 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 32,320 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Arm Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Dec 2021 28,496 miles

OFFSIDE REAR WHEEL BADLY DISTORTED INNER RIM

Pass 14 Dec 2020 26,519 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 24,878 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 22,335 miles

both front tyres scrubbing inner and outer edges

Pass 3 Jan 2018 18,314 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 16,912 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 14,756 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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GL62 AYT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GL62 AYT, 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

How do I check the history of GL62 AYT?

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What year was GL62 AYT registered?

GL62 AYT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 December 2012.

Is GL62 AYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL62 AYT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL62 AYT have outstanding finance?

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