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EA62 VXG

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

151,260 mi
Last recorded151,260 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA62 VXG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 151,260 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Advise early replacement (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre Edge. Advise early replacement ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Misting and weakened (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 149,514 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Feb 2025 149,439 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Play in steering rack inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Play in steering rack inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 141,338 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 134,116 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 124,439 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 113,573 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 109,797 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 99,395 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 3 Apr 2017 88,664 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Windscreen damaged.

Pass 19 Oct 2015 71,239 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 VXG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VXG, 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 EA62 VXG registered?

EA62 VXG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 8 November 2012.

Is EA62 VXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA62 VXG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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