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K17 TYV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

84,053 mi
Last recorded84,053 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK17 TYV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 84,053 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 81,949 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 78,843 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 76,597 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 73,831 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 72,061 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 70,201 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 66,931 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 65,797 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 51,176 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 46,249 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2015 46,249 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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K17 TYV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel 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 K17 TYV, 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 K17 TYV?

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What year was K17 TYV registered?

K17 TYV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is K17 TYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K17 TYV 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.

Does K17 TYV have outstanding finance?

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