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MF62 AOL

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2025
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

138,796 mi
Last recorded138,796 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF62 AOL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2024 138,796 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 20 Jan 2024 138,795 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald abnormal wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 17 Jan 2024 138,792 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald abnormal wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 116,073 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2022 116,073 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 101,194 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged INNER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted BUCKLED INNER RIM (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged INNER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement SUSPENSION FRONT ARM MOUNTING BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge JUST LEGAL OUTER EDGES BALD (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 16 Feb 2021 101,194 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working SIDE/PARK LIGHT (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged INNER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted BUCKLED INNER RIM (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged INNER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge JUST LEGAL OUTER EDGES BALD (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2020 87,768 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 74,123 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 74,123 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 59,345 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 49,448 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm lowest point (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyre's worn on outside edge

o/s/r seat belt not checked due to seat no being in upright position

slight play o/s/f track rod (tie bar)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 40,827 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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MF62 AOL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MF62 AOL, 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.

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What year was MF62 AOL registered?

MF62 AOL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 10 September 2012.

Is MF62 AOL safe to buy?

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