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VK62 LVU

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,305 mi
Last recorded103,305 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK62 LVU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2024 103,305 miles

exhaust repaired

Pass 30 May 2023 93,454 miles

Both sides front shocker covers split and slight play in shocker strutt

Both sides rear shocker covers insecure

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear discs worn pads ok (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2022 85,368 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 83,448 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES STARTING TO CRACK

BOTH REAR SHOCKER PROTECTORS LOSE /FRONT PROTECTORS IN POOR CONDTION

Pass 20 Jan 2021 76,090 miles

BOTH REAR SHOCKER COVERS LOSE

Pass 22 Jan 2020 70,042 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 63,939 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 57,506 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2017 48,952 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 41,599 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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VK62 LVU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 VK62 LVU, 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 VK62 LVU registered?

VK62 LVU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 November 2012.

Is VK62 LVU safe to buy?

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