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KM62 VKO

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

46,116 mi
Last recorded46,116 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM62 VKO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 46,116 miles

Nearside Front Day time running lamp not working

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Apr 2025 43,833 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2025 43,833 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to Wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 40,609 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2023 36,196 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 24,618 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Dec 2020 22,370 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 20,546 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 18,199 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Dec 2017 16,366 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 14,684 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 12,448 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 VKO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VKO, 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 VKO registered?

KM62 VKO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 December 2012.

Is KM62 VKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM62 VKO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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