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GL62 FFZ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

136,025 mi
Last recorded136,025 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL62 FFZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 136,025 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2026 136,025 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 120,770 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2023 120,741 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 118,866 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both offside and nearside front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 114,869 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 114,869 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 108,443 miles

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

no fas detected

Fail 8 Feb 2021 108,415 miles

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

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

no fas detected

Pass 11 Feb 2020 91,144 miles

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

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Feb 2020 91,144 miles

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

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

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 74,689 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))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 54,139 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

parking sensors on permanently

Fail 21 Feb 2018 53,886 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 30,068 miles

Front Wiper blade worn

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 20,318 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 FFZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GL62 FFZ, 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 GL62 FFZ registered?

GL62 FFZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 14 December 2012.

Is GL62 FFZ safe to buy?

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