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KE12 GKF

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

67,774 mi
Last recorded67,774 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE12 GKF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 67,774 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Aug 2018 60,056 miles

Front tyres perishing

Pass 22 Aug 2017 53,902 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 45,369 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under cover fitted

Fail 21 Jul 2016 45,369 miles

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under cover fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2015 33,338 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 33,338 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

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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KE12 GKF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KE12 GKF, 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 KE12 GKF?

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What year was KE12 GKF registered?

KE12 GKF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 August 2012.

Is KE12 GKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE12 GKF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KE12 GKF have outstanding finance?

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