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AK62 WPV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,048 mi
Last recorded29,048 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2019 29,048 miles

Engine Covers And Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Complete Inspection Of Components.

Pass 1 Nov 2017 27,219 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bold on edges (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres wearing on edges

clean emissions test

engine covers fitted restricting view

Fail 31 Oct 2017 27,219 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper and head light (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bold on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bold on edges (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres wearing on edges

clean emissions test

engine covers fitted restricting view

Pass 24 Oct 2016 11,832 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 9,069 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 WPV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WPV, 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 WPV registered?

AK62 WPV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 October 2012.

Is AK62 WPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 WPV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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