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KV12 XFZ

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

133,788 mi
Last recorded133,788 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV12 XFZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 133,788 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside parking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 28 Aug 2025 124,050 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 112,629 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2024 112,547 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 99,924 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 94,614 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 90,102 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 84,731 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 84,682 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Aug 2019 71,254 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 53,952 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 53,950 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 35,552 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 10 Mar 2017 33,748 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 27,227 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 20,886 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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KV12 XFZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KV12 XFZ, 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

How do I check the history of KV12 XFZ?

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What year was KV12 XFZ registered?

KV12 XFZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is KV12 XFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV12 XFZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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