MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
96,247 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges near cords (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges near cords (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm and slightly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm and slightly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm and slightly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm and slightly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Lining insecure (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS
Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
Condensation present in nearside side repeater
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GU62 XUW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc 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 GU62 XUW, 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.
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GU62 XUW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 7 September 2012.
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