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AK62 VHZ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,313 mi
Last recorded67,313 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2017
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 VHZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2017 67,313 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 56,734 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 56,734 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 VHZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VHZ, 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 VHZ?

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What year was AK62 VHZ registered?

AK62 VHZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 6 November 2012.

Is AK62 VHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 VHZ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK62 VHZ have outstanding finance?

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