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CA62 AVU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Orange Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2025
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,815 mi
Last recorded110,815 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA62 AVU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2024 110,815 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 100,670 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 86,147 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 74,902 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 70,207 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 55,953 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 49,382 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 38,872 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin fronts (3.5.1g)

brake pad wear indicator on

Pass 11 Feb 2016 29,645 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

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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CA62 AVU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Orange with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 CA62 AVU, 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 CA62 AVU?

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What year was CA62 AVU registered?

CA62 AVU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is CA62 AVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA62 AVU shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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