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VK62 WRW

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

110,557 mi
Last recorded110,557 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK62 WRW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 110,557 miles

Rear both rear shock absorber covers adrift

Fail 10 Apr 2026 110,557 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear both rear shock absorber covers adrift

Pass 15 Apr 2025 100,815 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover adrift

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

Offside Rear shock absorber dust cover adrift

all brake discs corroded on surfaces

Fail 11 Apr 2025 100,809 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover adrift

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

Offside Rear shock absorber dust cover adrift

all brake discs corroded on surfaces

Pass 13 Feb 2024 90,813 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 87,974 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 86,908 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 84,325 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 81,750 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 76,580 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 72,792 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 66,874 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 59,408 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 50,604 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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 WRW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WRW, 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 WRW?

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What year was VK62 WRW registered?

VK62 WRW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 13 October 2012.

Is VK62 WRW safe to buy?

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