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AO62 VLU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

36,539 mi
Last recorded36,539 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO62 VLU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 36,539 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 36,484 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2024 36,483 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Feb 2023 36,293 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2023 36,291 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Valve stem seriously damaged both front (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2022 32,679 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2022 32,676 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 28,161 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 26,042 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 23,771 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 21,195 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Both perishing (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn inner edge, small cuts in tread.

Pass 12 Dec 2016 17,532 miles

Both front tyre valve stems slightly perished.

Pass 15 Dec 2015 14,610 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2015 14,610 miles

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

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

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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AO62 VLU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AO62 VLU, 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.

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What year was AO62 VLU registered?

AO62 VLU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 December 2012.

Is AO62 VLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO62 VLU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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