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HY62 KFO

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,758 mi
Last recorded141,758 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2018
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY62 KFO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2018 141,758 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 141,758 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 134,729 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 124,588 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 109,698 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 109,698 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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HY62 KFO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HY62 KFO, 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 HY62 KFO?

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What year was HY62 KFO registered?

HY62 KFO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is HY62 KFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY62 KFO shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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