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EA62 GVU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Orange Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

77,836 mi
Last recorded77,836 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
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

RegistrationEA62 GVU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2023 77,836 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2023 74,771 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 66,381 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 55,165 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2021 55,165 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2020 46,959 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 42,565 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2019 42,442 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 32,961 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 24,225 miles

carried out smoke test, no reading registered

Pass 30 Oct 2015 18,389 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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EA62 GVU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Orange with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EA62 GVU, 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 EA62 GVU?

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What year was EA62 GVU registered?

EA62 GVU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 October 2012.

Is EA62 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA62 GVU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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