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GK62 UVL

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,592 mi
Last recorded80,592 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK62 UVL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2026 80,592 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2025 76,104 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2024 70,938 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2023 65,837 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 62,208 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 56,238 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2020 51,055 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 48,154 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 44,512 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 39,851 miles

unable to see all items under car due to trays fitted and sill trims fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2016 35,320 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 32,347 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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GK62 UVL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc petrol 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 GK62 UVL, 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

How do I check the history of GK62 UVL?

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What year was GK62 UVL registered?

GK62 UVL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is GK62 UVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK62 UVL shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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