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FE62 XBB

2012 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

8,037 mi
Last recorded8,037 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW F Series15,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE62 XBB
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 8,037 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 7,797 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 7,797 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 31 May 2022 7,379 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 6,663 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 5,764 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 5,157 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 4,125 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 3,958 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 3,404 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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FE62 XBB is a 2012 BMW F Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2012 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 15,032 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE62 XBB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 14 years old, this BMW F Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FE62 XBB?

You can check the full history of FE62 XBB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FE62 XBB registered?

FE62 XBB is a 2012 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is FE62 XBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE62 XBB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE62 XBB have outstanding finance?

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