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PK62 DLV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,199 mi
Last recorded100,199 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK62 DLV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 100,199 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2025 91,016 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 87,344 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2023 82,240 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 77,647 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 30 Nov 2021 71,057 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 64,252 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 64,252 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 58,065 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Oct 2018 56,011 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 56,011 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 48,042 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 39,807 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 29,461 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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PK62 DLV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PK62 DLV, 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 PK62 DLV registered?

PK62 DLV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is PK62 DLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK62 DLV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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