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LO61 VPK

2012 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,396 mi
Last recorded121,396 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO61 VPK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 121,396 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush dust cover (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure and dim (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bump stop (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bump stop (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush dust cover (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Jan 2023 121,323 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm, DOT 0219, 205/55/16 91V (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge worn, On 3mm, DOT 0316, 205/55/16 91V (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn / bald, DOT 0919, 205/55/16 91V (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear of vehicle has damage

Windscreen wiper blade defective Front wipers smearing - Not to excess (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 110,956 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Jan 2022 110,956 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

coolant level low

Pass 9 Jan 2021 104,619 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2020 100,128 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2020 100,128 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 94,496 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 87,332 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 84,110 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 70,697 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 51,232 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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LO61 VPK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LO61 VPK, 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 LO61 VPK registered?

LO61 VPK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 February 2012.

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