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PK62 VMZ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

124,262 mi
Last recorded124,262 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK62 VMZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 124,262 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 114,558 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2023 99,595 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 75,916 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 53,305 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rears 3-4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights Still only on the minimum hight ()

Pass 15 Jun 2020 45,316 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 40,441 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 35,295 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 35,295 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 May 2017 31,999 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 31,999 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2016 29,152 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 VMZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PK62 VMZ, 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 VMZ registered?

PK62 VMZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 November 2012.

Is PK62 VMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK62 VMZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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