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GXZ 6163

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,391 mi
Last recorded64,391 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGXZ 6163
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 64,391 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 62,586 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 58,783 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 58,512 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 56,419 miles

rear tyres deteriorating

Fail 14 Aug 2020 56,419 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rear tyres deteriorating

tpms light on

Pass 8 Mar 2018 49,013 miles

offside front tyre marginal wear inner edge

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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GXZ 6163 is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 GXZ 6163, 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 GXZ 6163 registered?

GXZ 6163 is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 October 2012.

Is GXZ 6163 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GXZ 6163 shows 7 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.

Does GXZ 6163 have outstanding finance?

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