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GX62 FKN

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,011 mi
Last recorded44,011 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX62 FKN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2025 44,011 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 41,459 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2023 39,172 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 37,105 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 34,630 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 32,565 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 30,297 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 27,865 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 25,125 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 21,395 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 18,463 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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GX62 FKN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GX62 FKN, 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 GX62 FKN registered?

GX62 FKN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 November 2012.

Is GX62 FKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX62 FKN shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GX62 FKN have outstanding finance?

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