CarVerify

Free Car Check

BG62 KSK

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

128,058 mi
Last recorded128,058 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 KSK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2024 128,058 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

Fail 28 Feb 2024 128,056 miles

Front Position lamp not working BOTH SIDES (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened METAL TO METAL (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

Nearside Front BRAKE PAD WARNING WIRE RIPPED OFF

Pass 19 Oct 2022 113,637 miles

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

Road wheel slightly distorted all 4 (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 101,988 miles

Exhaust leak, manifold area.

Fail 15 Oct 2021 101,988 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm *CORDS EXPOSED* (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust leak, manifold area.

Pass 15 Oct 2020 92,218 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 83,937 miles

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 18 Aug 2018 72,538 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2017 62,219 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 49,973 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 45,409 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
Full BMW 1 Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BG62 KSK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BG62 KSK, 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 BG62 KSK?

You can check the full history of BG62 KSK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BG62 KSK registered?

BG62 KSK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 9 November 2012.

Is BG62 KSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 KSK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG62 KSK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BG62 KSK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.