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KM62 LRE

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

74,642 mi
Last recorded74,642 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM62 LRE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 74,642 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 70,984 miles

ALL FOUR TYRES (SLIGHT WORN ON OUTER EDGE) 245/35/18

Pass 16 Nov 2023 65,614 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 65,614 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 61,461 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 61,069 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 50,912 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 40,583 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 35,418 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 23,622 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 18,209 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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KM62 LRE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KM62 LRE, 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 KM62 LRE?

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What year was KM62 LRE registered?

KM62 LRE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is KM62 LRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM62 LRE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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