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KM61 VWG

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,645 mi
Last recorded121,645 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM61 VWG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2023 121,645 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 115,991 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2022 115,982 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2021 110,283 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 30 Dec 2019 104,516 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2019 104,386 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Jan 2019 98,638 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

light switch faulty

Fail 4 Jan 2019 98,632 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

light switch faulty

Pass 6 Jan 2018 92,311 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 90,647 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2015 88,883 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 86,485 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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KM61 VWG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KM61 VWG, 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 KM61 VWG registered?

KM61 VWG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 January 2012.

Is KM61 VWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM61 VWG shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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