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K555 MAR

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

29,146 mi
Last recorded29,146 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK555 MAR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 29,146 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2025 27,742 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 26,313 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 26,313 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 24,904 miles

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

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

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 16 Aug 2022 22,410 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges.

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 26 Aug 2021 20,598 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 2 Sep 2020 19,216 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 14 Aug 2019 17,841 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 13 Aug 2018 15,803 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 14 Aug 2017 13,664 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2016 11,726 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 1 Sep 2015 9,864 miles

Under-trays fitted.

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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K555 MAR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 K555 MAR, 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 K555 MAR registered?

K555 MAR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 8 September 2012.

Is K555 MAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K555 MAR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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