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BG62 VCP

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,610 mi
Last recorded84,610 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 VCP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2026 84,610 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 83,334 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 81,207 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 74,832 miles

engine oil level low, needs attention

Pass 11 Dec 2021 66,246 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 61,348 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 55,809 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 49,752 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 42,024 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2016 34,572 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 26,262 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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BG62 VCP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White 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 BG62 VCP, 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 BG62 VCP?

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What year was BG62 VCP registered?

BG62 VCP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 November 2012.

Is BG62 VCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 VCP 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 BG62 VCP have outstanding finance?

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