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EX62 GVZ

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,176 mi
Last recorded137,176 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX62 GVZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2026 137,176 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 129,983 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 126,547 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 122,884 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 118,110 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 114,616 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 106,538 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 92,300 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 78,098 miles

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

nearside side indicator requires attention intermittent flickering

vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 13 Sep 2017 70,751 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 59,296 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 43,354 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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EX62 GVZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EX62 GVZ, 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 EX62 GVZ registered?

EX62 GVZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is EX62 GVZ safe to buy?

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