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KV62 YRX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

112,932 mi
Last recorded112,932 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV62 YRX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 112,932 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Feb 2026 112,932 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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 101,498 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 98,580 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2023 88,481 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

under trays fitted to vehicle, obscuring view of some components

Pass 3 Nov 2022 79,794 miles

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))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 70,668 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2020 68,896 miles

rear discs corroded and worn

Pass 11 Oct 2019 66,718 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2018 63,162 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 56,007 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 44,051 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 33,347 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine covers fitted

n/s/r light lense unit damaged/cracked but function not impared

undertrays fitted

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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KV62 YRX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KV62 YRX, 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 KV62 YRX registered?

KV62 YRX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 October 2012.

Is KV62 YRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV62 YRX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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