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AK62 UCL

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,877 mi
Last recorded116,877 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2026 116,877 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 111,797 miles

Engine covers and Under trays fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2024 106,899 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2023 101,873 miles

Engine covers and Under trays fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2022 95,539 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 88,466 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 84,495 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 76,167 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 67,423 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 23 May 2017 58,156 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 50,866 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 34,006 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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AK62 UCL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 UCL, 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 UCL registered?

AK62 UCL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 18 October 2012.

Is AK62 UCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 UCL shows 12 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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