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AF62 KJV

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

121,997 mi
Last recorded121,997 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 KJV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 121,997 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2025 121,997 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 107,129 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 91,265 miles

Offside main beam low

Pass 6 Sep 2021 72,942 miles

Offside main beam light low

Pass 24 Sep 2020 63,894 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 63,894 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 56,126 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 43,664 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 43,664 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 29,553 miles

nearside rear tyre has nail

offside rear tyre heavily perished

Pass 15 Sep 2016 24,926 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

non run flat tyres fitted ?

rear tyres worn to 3mm

Fail 14 Sep 2016 24,926 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

non run flat tyres fitted ?

rear tyres worn to 3mm

Pass 3 Sep 2015 19,375 miles

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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AF62 KJV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF62 KJV, 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 AF62 KJV registered?

AF62 KJV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 6 September 2012.

Is AF62 KJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 KJV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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