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RE62 ZFB

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

33,961 mi
Last recorded33,961 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE62 ZFB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 33,961 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 26,631 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 25,476 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 24,246 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 23,173 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 22,246 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2020 22,246 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 21,532 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 19,685 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 18,251 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 15,720 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 12,135 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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RE62 ZFB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc petrol 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 RE62 ZFB, 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 RE62 ZFB?

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What year was RE62 ZFB registered?

RE62 ZFB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 November 2012.

Is RE62 ZFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE62 ZFB 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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