MOT Status
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109,493 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Injector seal leaking
Nearside Headlamp condensated
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Injector seal leaking
Nearside Headlamp condensated
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Engine (6.1.2 (a))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Engine (6.1.2 (a))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold on inner (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear shock absorber bump stop in poor condition
both front shock absorber rubber covers in poor condition
movement in o/s inner rack end
slight fumes under bonnet - further investigation required
washers slightly poor in operation
Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit advise early replacement (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
movement in o/s steering rack
slight signs of fumes under bonnet
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
rear tyres getting low on inner edges
slight diesel fumes /injector leak advise early repair
slight movement in o/s inner rack end
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()
Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front tyre has small cracks in tread
Offside Front tyre has small cracks in tread
Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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EK62 KBN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.
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 EK62 KBN, 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.
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What year was EK62 KBN registered?
EK62 KBN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 September 2012.
Is EK62 KBN safe to buy?
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