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CP62 KNS

2012 BMW 1 Series

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

47,725 mi
Last recorded47,725 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP62 KNS
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 47,725 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2025 45,829 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 37,614 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted.

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 27,577 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted.

Nearside Front Cuts in tyre sidewall.

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Nov 2022 27,275 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted.

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 16 Nov 2022 27,275 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Sidewall perished exposing cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine cover and undertrays fitted.

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Nov 2021 26,451 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted.

Offside Front Sidewall perishing on tyre.

Pass 16 Nov 2020 25,121 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted.

Sidewalls perishing on both front tyres.

Pass 14 Nov 2019 23,860 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted.

Offside Rear Brake binding.

Pass 26 Nov 2018 21,536 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 15,401 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 10,954 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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CP62 KNS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Bronze with a 1,995cc diesel 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 CP62 KNS, 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 CP62 KNS registered?

CP62 KNS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 December 2012.

Is CP62 KNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP62 KNS 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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