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GL62 GXD

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

141,045 mi
Last recorded141,045 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL62 GXD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2025 141,045 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2023 135,815 miles

Nearside Rear 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 30 Dec 2022 130,986 miles

all tyres worn on edges

Pass 4 Jan 2022 126,667 miles

All brake discs scored and worn

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 4 Jan 2022 126,665 miles

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

All brake discs scored and worn

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 122,965 miles

Handbrake cables in poor condition

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside front day running lights not working

Fail 18 Dec 2020 122,957 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Handbrake cables in poor condition

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside front day running lights not working

Pass 18 Dec 2019 119,134 miles

Front brake discs worn

Rea brake discs worn

Pass 11 Dec 2018 110,571 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 101,387 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 93,087 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 93,087 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake discs worn

Pass 9 Dec 2015 85,723 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre

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 GXD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GXD, 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 GXD registered?

GL62 GXD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 December 2012.

Is GL62 GXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL62 GXD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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