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KM62 SMO

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

88,484 mi
Last recorded88,484 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM62 SMO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 88,484 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Jan 2021 85,853 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Jan 2020 77,451 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2020 77,447 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 63,803 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 51,141 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 51,141 miles

Offside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 40,369 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2017 40,369 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2015 29,767 miles

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 SMO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SMO, 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 SMO registered?

KM62 SMO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 November 2012.

Is KM62 SMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM62 SMO shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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