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GL61 KSF

2012 BMW X1

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

143,468 mi
Last recorded143,468 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW X166,690 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL61 KSF
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 143,468 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 136,660 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 136,644 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 125,816 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 114,763 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 104,188 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2021 95,846 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 83,972 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Inner tyre worn on edge

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

Offside Small stone chip Zone A windscreen

Fail 3 Jan 2020 83,972 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner tyre worn on edge

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

Offside Small stone chip Zone A windscreen

Pass 1 Feb 2019 64,799 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 60,784 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2018 60,784 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2017 54,806 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 44,998 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 35,394 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X1?

Based on 930,947 MOT tests across 114,866 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
6,836
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
114,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,863
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,459
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GL61 KSF is a 2012 BMW X1 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 66,690 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 X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL61 KSF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this BMW X1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL61 KSF registered?

GL61 KSF is a 2012 BMW X1, first registered on 17 January 2012.

Is GL61 KSF safe to buy?

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