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KM62 TOJ

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

117,921 mi
Last recorded117,921 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 117,921 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 108,467 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 96,526 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear outboard seats ()

Pass 16 Nov 2021 93,187 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and wearing outer edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Nov 2021 93,187 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and wearing outer edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 88,927 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 88,925 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 85,484 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm, inner bush delaminating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to wear bars, 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play Steering rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to wear bars, 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Outer sill and underbody covers fitted obscuring testable components

Pass 23 Nov 2018 81,740 miles

outer sill and underbody covers fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2017 73,339 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 65,973 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 49,314 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 49,314 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 TOJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 TOJ, 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 TOJ registered?

KM62 TOJ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 November 2012.

Is KM62 TOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM62 TOJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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