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NG61 ZCO

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

37,656 mi
Last recorded37,656 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG61 ZCO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 37,656 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both chatter on screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Front undertray

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 May 2025 34,391 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))

under trays fitted

Pass 22 May 2024 33,507 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

under trays fitted

Fail 20 May 2024 33,499 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

under trays fitted

Pass 31 May 2023 31,972 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

under trays fitted

Pass 23 May 2022 31,162 miles

emissions too clean

under trays fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2021 29,576 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 24,709 miles

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

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

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))

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2018 20,809 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Apr 2017 16,791 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 11,740 miles

plastics fitted to underside

Pass 27 Apr 2015 7,698 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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NG61 ZCO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 NG61 ZCO, 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 NG61 ZCO?

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What year was NG61 ZCO registered?

NG61 ZCO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 10 February 2012.

Is NG61 ZCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG61 ZCO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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