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J444 KWN

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

49,805 mi
Last recorded49,805 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ444 KWN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 49,805 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 46,841 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2023 44,561 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2023 44,561 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 40,988 miles

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

Under tray fitted

Pass 27 Nov 2021 36,033 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 32,345 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 27,320 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 25,904 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 23,430 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 20,955 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 18,473 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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J444 KWN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 J444 KWN, 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 J444 KWN?

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What year was J444 KWN registered?

J444 KWN is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 November 2012.

Is J444 KWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J444 KWN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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