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KM62 TOV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

226,355 mi
Last recorded226,355 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM62 TOV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 226,355 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

brake pipes coated/undertrays restricting inspection

corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components

some wear to front tyres

Fail 4 Nov 2025 226,355 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

brake pipes coated/undertrays restricting inspection

corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components

some wear to front tyres

Pass 11 Nov 2024 214,517 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

brake pipes coated/undertrays restricting inspection

corrosion to underside of vehicle suspension components

Pass 14 Nov 2023 204,424 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

brake pipes coated/greased/undertrays restricting inspection

some corrosion to front sub-frame

some wear to rear tyres

Pass 14 Nov 2022 189,309 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

brake pipes coated/greased/undertrays fitted restricting inspection

some wear and corrosion to rear brake discs and pads

some wear to front tyres

Pass 15 Nov 2021 172,450 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

brake pipes coated/greased/undertrays fitted restricting inspection

some wear to brake discs

Pass 11 Nov 2020 152,381 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

brake pipes greased/undertrays fitted restricting inspection

Pass 15 Nov 2019 136,527 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased/undertrays fitted preventing full inspection (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Nov 2019 136,527 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased/undertrays fitted preventing full inspection (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 119,047 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 101,510 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 83,631 miles

windscreen washers weak but clear screen

Pass 25 Nov 2015 64,879 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 64,877 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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 TOV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 TOV, 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 TOV registered?

KM62 TOV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is KM62 TOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM62 TOV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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