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N6 VJK

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

112,222 mi
Last recorded112,222 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN6 VJK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 112,222 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 104,362 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 95,139 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 83,550 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 76,392 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 67,701 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2020 67,701 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 61,882 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))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 Dec 2018 54,568 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 47,734 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2017 44,512 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 35,694 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 26,940 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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N6 VJK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey 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 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 N6 VJK, 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 N6 VJK?

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What year was N6 VJK registered?

N6 VJK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 14 March 2012.

Is N6 VJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N6 VJK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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