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VE61 UPG

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,667 mi
Last recorded79,667 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 UPG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 79,667 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 77,641 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 73,264 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 68,628 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 64,178 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 62,264 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 56,281 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 51,755 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn severely on inner and outer edges

Pass 3 Aug 2017 43,611 miles

Nearside Front Wheel - Inner rim distorted

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 21 Jul 2016 34,809 miles

Both rear tyres are worn on inner edges

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Jul 2016 34,809 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure On inner side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Both rear tyres are worn on inner edges

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 25,031 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 21,393 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Oct 2014 21,393 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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VE61 UPG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red 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 VE61 UPG, 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 VE61 UPG?

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What year was VE61 UPG registered?

VE61 UPG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 February 2012.

Is VE61 UPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 UPG 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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