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VK62 VSG

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

63,842 mi
Last recorded63,842 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK62 VSG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 63,842 miles

handbrake light staying on dash when released however working correctly

Pass 5 Feb 2025 58,903 miles

handbrake warning light on dash - does not affect operation and working as required

Pass 29 Jan 2024 56,537 miles

Offside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

tpms pressure low

Fail 29 Jan 2024 56,537 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended twisted (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

tpms pressure low

Pass 6 Feb 2023 54,101 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated handbrake illumination warning light not switching off (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 50,266 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 47,479 miles

brakepad wear indicator iluminated

Pass 16 Jul 2019 43,298 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 39,440 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 35,965 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 31,557 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 23,652 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 VSG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VK62 VSG, 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 VSG?

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What year was VK62 VSG registered?

VK62 VSG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is VK62 VSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK62 VSG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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