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KP62 MKV

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

144,432 mi
Last recorded144,432 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP62 MKV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2023 144,432 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 134,732 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 123,486 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 112,364 miles

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

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 91,102 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2019 91,102 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2018 90,217 miles

Offside Front tyre inner edge slightly worn

Pass 9 Jun 2017 81,724 miles

engine undercover fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 9 Jun 2017 81,724 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine undercover fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 9 Nov 2016 69,645 miles

Nearside Front headlamp aim lower than offside

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

items removed from view

Fail 9 Nov 2016 69,645 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front headlamp aim lower than offside

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

items removed from view

Pass 29 Oct 2015 56,467 miles

Offside front steering rack inner arm has slight movement

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Oct 2015 56,467 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside front steering rack inner arm has slight movement

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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KP62 MKV 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 69.2%.

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 KP62 MKV, 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.

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What year was KP62 MKV registered?

KP62 MKV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 October 2012.

Is KP62 MKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP62 MKV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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