MOT Status
ValidMileage
123,362 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both, no leaks (5.3.2 (d))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))
Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Nail in Tyre
Nearside Rear Tyre tread wearing below 1.6 mm on inner edges
Offside Rear Tyre tread wearing below 1.6 mm on inner edges
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on both edges (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on both edges (4.1.E.1)
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VK62 GZW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.
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 VK62 GZW, 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.
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What year was VK62 GZW registered?
VK62 GZW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 September 2012.
Is VK62 GZW safe to buy?
The MOT history for VK62 GZW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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