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MJ62 ZTS

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

154,099 mi
Last recorded154,099 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ62 ZTS
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 154,099 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 138,677 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 12 Apr 2025 138,677 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Apr 2024 125,192 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Apr 2023 113,629 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 100,696 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Mar 2021 87,823 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Mar 2020 79,703 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 67,112 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 55,436 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 44,656 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 32,348 miles

BOOT FULL AT TIME OF TEST

Fail 19 Dec 2015 32,348 miles

BOOT FULL AT TIME OF TEST

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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MJ62 ZTS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MJ62 ZTS, 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 MJ62 ZTS registered?

MJ62 ZTS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 December 2012.

Is MJ62 ZTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ62 ZTS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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