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WG62 PXK

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

81,092 mi
Last recorded81,092 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG62 PXK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 81,092 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 78,416 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 75,666 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2024 75,656 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 73,396 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 70,225 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 70,223 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 66,732 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2019 63,424 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front play in top strut mount

Pass 12 Jan 2019 58,261 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2017 48,129 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

oil below minimum level

Pass 21 Dec 2016 37,374 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear getting low (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2015 28,320 miles

Drivers side front tyre on 1.6mm

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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WG62 PXK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 WG62 PXK, 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 WG62 PXK?

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What year was WG62 PXK registered?

WG62 PXK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 December 2012.

Is WG62 PXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG62 PXK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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