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FL62 KFD

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

163,110 mi
Last recorded163,110 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL62 KFD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 163,110 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 24 Feb 2026 162,808 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Feb 2025 155,264 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 24 Feb 2025 155,254 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Feb 2024 146,581 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel track rod (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2024 146,581 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel track rod (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 135,975 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil LEAKING (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 125,153 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 23 Feb 2022 125,153 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Feb 2021 118,517 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2021 118,517 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 113,399 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2020 113,399 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 108,804 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 105,107 miles

Different size tyres fitted to front and rear axles.

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Mar 2017 99,095 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 99,095 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 97,255 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 87,810 miles

chip to centre front lower windscreen

engine covers and undertrays fitted unable to see some components

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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FL62 KFD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 FL62 KFD, 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 FL62 KFD registered?

FL62 KFD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is FL62 KFD safe to buy?

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