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RK62 VPO

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,264 mi
Last recorded104,264 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK62 VPO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2026 104,264 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2025 101,340 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 98,614 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 92,930 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 86,846 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 82,514 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 81,767 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 78,260 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 71,473 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 57,934 miles

Front wipers smearing.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 7 Mar 2017 43,036 miles

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

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Steering column universal joint is slightly deteriorated shaft that joins rack (2.1.5)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 28,372 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 25 Aug 2015 24,002 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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RK62 VPO 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 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 RK62 VPO, 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 RK62 VPO?

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What year was RK62 VPO registered?

RK62 VPO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 8 September 2012.

Is RK62 VPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK62 VPO shows 13 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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