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KM62 KVO

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

210,489 mi
Last recorded210,489 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2019
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM62 KVO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2019 210,489 miles

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

Nearside Front day running light not working

rear bump stops in poor condition

Pass 11 Feb 2018 199,327 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (3.5.1g)

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

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some vehicle checks

Pass 11 Nov 2016 185,824 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin near to limit (3.5.1g)

engine covers and under trays fitted some some components not seen

Fail 11 Nov 2016 185,824 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin near to limit (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine covers and under trays fitted some some components not seen

Pass 25 Nov 2015 135,652 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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KM62 KVO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KM62 KVO, 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 KM62 KVO registered?

KM62 KVO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 November 2012.

Is KM62 KVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM62 KVO shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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