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AK62 CLJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,325 mi
Last recorded41,325 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 CLJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2025 41,325 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 40,710 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 40,174 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 39,449 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 38,235 miles

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

Front brake pads very low recommend replacement A.S.A.P.

Rear brake pads and discs worn.

Rear tyre treads starting to perish.

Pass 7 Oct 2020 36,790 miles

Front brake pads getting low.

O/s/r indicator faded.

Rear brake pads and discs worn.

Pass 9 Oct 2019 35,794 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 33,394 miles

Rear wear brake pads

Pass 30 Sep 2017 29,930 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 26,858 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 23,927 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AK62 CLJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc 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 AK62 CLJ, 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 AK62 CLJ registered?

AK62 CLJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is AK62 CLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 CLJ 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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