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HV62 HKL

2012 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,718 mi
Last recorded32,718 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW K Series19,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV62 HKL
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 32,718 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 29,349 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 26,286 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 26,171 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 25,904 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 25,676 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 25,287 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 23,829 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 22,645 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 22,645 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 21,602 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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HV62 HKL is a 2012 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.6% with a typical mileage of 19,512 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV62 HKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 14 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HV62 HKL registered?

HV62 HKL is a 2012 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is HV62 HKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV62 HKL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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