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EK12 GCU

2012 BMW X1

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,142 mi
Last recorded105,142 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW X166,690 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK12 GCU
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2019 105,142 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords advise to change. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 90,064 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 74,121 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 74,121 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 64,736 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 60,650 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 51,932 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

How Reliable is the BMW X1?

Based on 930,947 MOT tests across 114,866 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
6,836
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
114,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,863
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,459
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EK12 GCU is a 2012 BMW X1 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 66,690 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK12 GCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this BMW X1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK12 GCU registered?

EK12 GCU is a 2012 BMW X1, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is EK12 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK12 GCU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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