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GY62 BJX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,609 mi
Last recorded79,609 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY62 BJX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 79,609 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Aug 2026 79,609 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2025 73,549 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff

Pass 13 Aug 2024 64,510 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 64,505 miles

Nearside Front SHOCK ABSORBER SHROD SPLIT

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEAR TO BOTH EDGES 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front SHOCK ABSORBER SHROUD SPLIT

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEAR TO BOTH EDGES 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 62,570 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 59,374 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 56,319 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 53,406 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 48,590 miles

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

full undertray fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2017 42,823 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 42,823 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 39,473 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly worn (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly worn (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly worn (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly worn (3.5.1i)

engine covers fitted

plastic sil covers fitted

under body trays fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2015 28,702 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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GY62 BJX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel 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 GY62 BJX, 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 GY62 BJX registered?

GY62 BJX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 September 2012.

Is GY62 BJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY62 BJX 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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