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AF62 KKL

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

59,288 mi
Last recorded59,288 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 KKL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 59,288 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2024 57,139 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 52,508 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 50,684 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Oct 2021 47,655 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 44,853 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2019 41,573 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 37,981 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 32,068 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 32,068 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 25,661 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 18,220 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 KKL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AF62 KKL, 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 KKL registered?

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

Is AF62 KKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 KKL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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