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FE12 KPP

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

170,712 mi
Last recorded170,712 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE12 KPP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 170,712 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2025 164,820 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 159,615 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 152,613 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 Aug 2023 152,612 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 143,977 miles

Under shields fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2021 137,761 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 130,862 miles

Central Brake light insecure

Pass 17 Jul 2019 125,729 miles

Rear Brakes Low

Pass 14 Jul 2018 115,898 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 100,205 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 86,321 miles

o/s/r tyre has small cuts

Pass 15 Aug 2015 65,446 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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FE12 KPP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 FE12 KPP, 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 FE12 KPP registered?

FE12 KPP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 18 August 2012.

Is FE12 KPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE12 KPP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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