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K333 LSK

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

118,212 mi
Last recorded118,212 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK333 LSK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 118,212 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2024 113,729 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 107,049 miles

Offside Front play in steering rack

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 20 Nov 2023 107,049 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front play in steering rack

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 99,758 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber dust shroud insecure

Oil leak, but not excessive output shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 93,789 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2021 93,654 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 86,241 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 78,859 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Nov 2019 78,759 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 67,247 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 59,235 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 51,595 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 45,805 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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K333 LSK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 K333 LSK, 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

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What year was K333 LSK registered?

K333 LSK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 13 December 2012.

Is K333 LSK safe to buy?

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