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FL62 KGE

2012 BMW 1 Series

Orange Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,568 mi
Last recorded141,568 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL62 KGE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2025 141,568 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS&OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 137,626 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 132,652 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 127,512 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 122,052 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 114,670 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 107,891 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 100,830 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 90,554 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2015 73,609 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 KGE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Orange with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FL62 KGE, 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 KGE registered?

FL62 KGE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 14 December 2012.

Is FL62 KGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL62 KGE shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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