Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2012 Bmw 1 Series Diesel 1995cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 145,249 miles on the clock, averaging 8,844 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Bmw 1 Series issues include r/2018/132 and october 2013 vacuum pump recall.
MOT & Mileage History for AK12 VWS
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 145,249 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,071 |
| Average per year | 8,844 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Bmw 1 Series
These are the most commonly reported problems on Bmw 1 Series models (2004–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
R/2018/132
October 2013 vacuum pump recall
Timing chain issues
Ignition coil failures
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AK12 VWS |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 1 Series |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About AK12 VWS
What car is AK12 VWS?
AK12 VWS is an red Bmw 1 Series, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2012.
What is the mileage of AK12 VWS?
The last recorded mileage for AK12 VWS was 145,249 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK12 VWS passed its MOT?
AK12 VWS has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Dec 2025.
Is AK12 VWS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK12 VWS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AK12 VWS?
AK12 VWS is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.