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VK62 SXL

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,983 mi
Last recorded28,983 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK62 SXL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2022 28,983 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & worn on inner edge 225/45/17 W RFT 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 28,223 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & feathered on inner edge 225/45/17 W RF 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 27,053 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2018 25,546 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 23,708 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 21,681 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 19,648 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 SXL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 SXL, 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 VK62 SXL?

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What year was VK62 SXL registered?

VK62 SXL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is VK62 SXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK62 SXL shows 7 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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