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GX62 FVU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,251 mi
Last recorded107,251 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX62 FVU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 107,251 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

N/S head light condensated

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

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

Under tray fitted all over obscruing some under side components

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 88,503 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

N/S head light condensated

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2023 76,302 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 68,748 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 68,310 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear tyre on 3 mm

Fail 19 Jan 2022 68,310 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear tyre on 3 mm

Offside Rear tyre on 3 mm

Pass 11 Jan 2021 57,487 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 46,042 miles

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

Nearside Front Coolant leak Turbo pipes. ()

Fail 15 Jan 2020 46,042 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Coolant leak Turbo pipes. ()

Pass 19 Jan 2019 38,584 miles

Front and rear brakes low

Pass 12 Jan 2018 30,658 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 22,446 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 21,525 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 19,391 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some components

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 FVU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GX62 FVU, 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 FVU registered?

GX62 FVU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 6 September 2012.

Is GX62 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX62 FVU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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