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EK62 GHH

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

154,278 mi
Last recorded154,278 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK62 GHH
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 154,278 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 143,128 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 132,061 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2020 123,707 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2020 123,707 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 120,387 miles

Rear N/S + O/S tyres starting to get low on tread

Fail 24 Sep 2019 120,387 miles

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

Rear N/S + O/S tyres starting to get low on tread

Pass 21 Sep 2018 108,435 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 95,597 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a slight cut in inner side wall

Pass 7 Sep 2016 83,518 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 83,518 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 71,552 miles

Front brake pads starting to wear low

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 Sep 2015 71,552 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front brake pads starting to wear low

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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EK62 GHH is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EK62 GHH, 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.

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What year was EK62 GHH registered?

EK62 GHH is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is EK62 GHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK62 GHH shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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