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FL62 KFJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

57,967 mi
Last recorded57,967 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL62 KFJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 57,967 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2025 57,427 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 57,378 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine cover & undertray fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2023 56,839 miles

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine cover undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2022 56,080 miles

engine cover undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Jan 2021 55,749 miles

engine cover undertrays fitted

Fail 30 Jan 2021 55,749 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

engine cover undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2020 54,772 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Fail 13 Feb 2020 54,772 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2018 50,048 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Fail 8 Dec 2018 50,048 miles

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

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2017 49,860 miles

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

Undertrays & engine covers fitted

Fail 28 Nov 2017 49,860 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Undertrays & engine covers fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2016 44,166 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring view

Pass 19 Nov 2015 38,114 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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FL62 KFJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 KFJ, 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

How do I check the history of FL62 KFJ?

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What year was FL62 KFJ registered?

FL62 KFJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 4 December 2012.

Is FL62 KFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL62 KFJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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