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VO62 ZRA

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,257 mi
Last recorded62,257 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO62 ZRA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2026 62,257 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 62,238 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2022 60,595 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 58,767 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 53,203 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 38,690 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 32,823 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 27,023 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 23,061 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 15,375 miles

both front tyres cracking/perishing in between tread

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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VO62 ZRA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 VO62 ZRA, 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 VO62 ZRA registered?

VO62 ZRA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 September 2012.

Is VO62 ZRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO62 ZRA shows 10 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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