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BK62 MSV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

114,719 mi
Last recorded114,719 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK62 MSV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 Apr 2022 114,719 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/35/18 88y run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 96,128 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 80,572 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber bump stop perishing

Nearside Rear shock absorber bump stop perishing

Offside Front damage to o/s/f wing

Offside Front shock absorber bump stop perishing

Offside Rear shock absorber bump stop perishing

Rear unable to check all rear seat belts due to rear seats fully loaded

Pass 11 Oct 2016 66,035 miles

Offside Front bumper damaged, corner sticking out but not a sharp edge

Offside Front wing damaged but does not have a sharp edge

Fail 10 Oct 2016 65,967 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front bumper damaged, corner sticking out but not a sharp edge

Offside Front wing damaged but does not have a sharp edge

Pass 21 Sep 2015 50,807 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r tyre worn low on inner edge

Fail 19 Sep 2015 50,737 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r tyre worn low on inner edge

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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BK62 MSV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 BK62 MSV, 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 BK62 MSV registered?

BK62 MSV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is BK62 MSV safe to buy?

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