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BF62 XKP

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

57,770 mi
Last recorded57,770 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF62 XKP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 57,770 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 49,453 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 40,334 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2023 40,334 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 29,350 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 29,350 miles

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 17,533 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 13,490 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 12,605 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 12,602 miles

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 11,556 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 10,709 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 10,703 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 9,693 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 7,790 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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BF62 XKP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BF62 XKP, 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 BF62 XKP registered?

BF62 XKP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is BF62 XKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF62 XKP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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