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K25 REX

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,520 mi
Last recorded76,520 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK25 REX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 76,520 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2026 76,520 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 69,904 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2024 59,978 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2023 55,379 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2022 51,471 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 21 May 2022 51,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 47,875 miles

Both rear tyres starting to wear on the inner edge

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and very low on the outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 42,259 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 38,389 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 35,027 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 30,896 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 30,896 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 24,775 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 18,745 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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K25 REX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White 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 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 K25 REX, 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.

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What year was K25 REX registered?

K25 REX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 13 June 2012.

Is K25 REX safe to buy?

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