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VK62 OWO

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

115,016 mi
Last recorded115,016 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK62 OWO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 115,016 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 113,339 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2023 113,321 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Both rear brake discs worn and scored

both wipers worn and smearing screen

n/s/f shock absorber - dust gaiter deteriorated and split

n/s/r suspension coil spring heavily corroded and weakened

n/s/r tyre wearing unevenly and low

o/s/f shock absorber - dust gaiter deteriorated and split

o/s/f shock absorber worn and reduced damping action

o/s/f steering arm (tie-rod) - worn and play detected

o/s/r shock absorber worn and reduced damping action

o/s/r suspension coil spring heavily corroded and weakened

o/s/r tyre wearing unevenly and low

service warning lamp staying on

Pass 13 Oct 2022 108,186 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 103,006 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ALL REAR SEATBELTS

Offside Front STEERING ARM SLIGHT PLAY

Fail 16 Oct 2021 103,006 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ALL REAR SEATBELTS

Offside Front STEERING ARM SLIGHT PLAY

Pass 14 Oct 2020 93,092 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 86,093 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2018 70,583 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2017 53,734 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 42,675 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 28,599 miles

engine covers fitted/under-trays fitted

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 OWO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol 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 VK62 OWO, 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 OWO registered?

VK62 OWO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 September 2012.

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