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EK62 CWU

2012 BMW X1

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

117,904 mi
Last recorded117,904 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X166,690 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK62 CWU
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 117,904 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2025 112,935 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 107,060 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 103,362 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2022 99,913 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Mar 2021 94,248 miles

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 24 Mar 2021 94,244 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 8 Jul 2020 87,540 miles

Both rear tyres getting low on tread

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 76,767 miles

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated very slight play in steering system at the lower end (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 63,667 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 49,983 miles

front brake pads starting to get low

Pass 8 Jul 2016 40,044 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 27,067 miles

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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EK62 CWU is a 2012 BMW X1 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EK62 CWU, 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 EK62 CWU registered?

EK62 CWU is a 2012 BMW X1, first registered on 18 September 2012.

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