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LO61 GZT

2012 BMW 1 Series

Orange Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

79,038 mi
Last recorded79,038 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO61 GZT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 79,038 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 78,384 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 77,689 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 76,341 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 75,561 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 73,835 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 71,228 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 64,281 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 64,281 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2018 58,703 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 50,121 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 42,895 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 35,690 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 27,048 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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LO61 GZT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Orange with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LO61 GZT, 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

How do I check the history of LO61 GZT?

You can check the full history of LO61 GZT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LO61 GZT registered?

LO61 GZT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 January 2012.

Is LO61 GZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO61 GZT shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LO61 GZT have outstanding finance?

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