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KM61 WRU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

93,253 mi
Last recorded93,253 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM61 WRU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 93,253 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Under-trays fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2025 86,414 miles

undertrays fitted covering some underside components

Pass 29 Feb 2024 80,770 miles

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect At nearside & offside rear. (5.3.2 (d))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil At nearside & offside rear. (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Feb 2024 80,769 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour At nearside & offside rear' (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect At nearside & offside rear. (5.3.2 (d))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil At nearside & offside rear. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 73,424 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2023 73,423 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 68,575 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 62,449 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 61,847 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 56,476 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 50,825 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 4 Jul 2018 50,825 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Jun 2017 43,002 miles

Front DPF EXHAUST SECTION FLEXY WORN/DETERIATED

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (3.5.1i)

Rear REAR DIFFERENTIAL BUSHES WEARING

Fail 28 Jun 2017 43,002 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (3.5.1i)

Front DPF EXHAUST SECTION FLEXY WORN/DETERIATED

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear REAR DIFFERENTIAL BUSHES WEARING

Pass 14 Jul 2016 34,287 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 34,287 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 29,585 miles

Nearside Front main beam bulb incorrectly fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2015 18,409 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Feb 2015 18,409 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 WRU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 KM61 WRU, 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 WRU registered?

KM61 WRU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 February 2012.

Is KM61 WRU safe to buy?

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