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RJ62 GTZ

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

56,413 mi
Last recorded56,413 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ62 GTZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 56,413 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 50,860 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge needs doing soon. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge, keep an eye on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 41,374 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 32,254 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 25,395 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2022 25,391 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 23,128 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 15,792 miles

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2018 14,557 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 12,367 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 9,994 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 8,075 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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RJ62 GTZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White 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 RJ62 GTZ, 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 RJ62 GTZ registered?

RJ62 GTZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 December 2012.

Is RJ62 GTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ62 GTZ 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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