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AK62 UZX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,975 mi
Last recorded60,975 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 UZX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2025 60,975 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 58,946 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 57,115 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 54,269 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Nov 2021 51,743 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 49,014 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 46,505 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 42,420 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 37,477 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 30,890 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 23,234 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 UZX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol 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 UZX, 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

How do I check the history of AK62 UZX?

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What year was AK62 UZX registered?

AK62 UZX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 8 November 2012.

Is AK62 UZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 UZX 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.

Does AK62 UZX have outstanding finance?

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