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VK62 ZDV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

99,303 mi
Last recorded99,303 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 99,303 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2025 90,965 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2025 90,965 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 84,770 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 79,773 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 76,949 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

under and over shields fitted preventing inspection of components

Pass 14 Oct 2021 62,483 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 54,215 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 49,660 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 44,894 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 1 Nov 2017 34,806 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 26,733 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 26,137 miles

Nearside Front tyre close to cords

Nearside Rear tyre close to cords

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 7 Oct 2016 26,137 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Nearside Front tyre close to cords

Nearside Rear tyre close to cords

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 31 Oct 2015 20,748 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (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 ZDV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 ZDV, 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 ZDV registered?

VK62 ZDV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is VK62 ZDV safe to buy?

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