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VU62 ONF

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2023
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,733 mi
Last recorded123,733 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU62 ONF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2022 123,733 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive oil/coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Road wheel slightly distorted both n/s (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 112,673 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 93,465 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 88,616 miles

wheel nuts missing

Pass 7 Sep 2018 79,119 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2017 32,434 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 28,815 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 27,064 miles

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

Offside Front 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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VU62 ONF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 VU62 ONF, 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 VU62 ONF registered?

VU62 ONF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is VU62 ONF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU62 ONF shows 8 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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