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RF62 PFY

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,064 mi
Last recorded110,064 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF62 PFY
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 May 2025 110,064 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear screw in tyre

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 23 May 2024 106,302 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 102,784 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 98,851 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 95,127 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 91,555 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 87,372 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 80,348 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 73,895 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 66,608 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 54,746 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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RF62 PFY is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RF62 PFY, 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 RF62 PFY registered?

RF62 PFY is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 November 2012.

Is RF62 PFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF62 PFY shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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