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KW12 ARD

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

174,757 mi
Last recorded174,757 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW12 ARD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2026 174,757 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2025 166,455 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 156,646 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 22 Sep 2023 145,101 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 134,518 miles

Rear propshaft coupling deteriorated

Pass 8 Oct 2021 128,108 miles

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 124,947 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 117,765 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 105,177 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 92,034 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 75,247 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 59,328 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (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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KW12 ARD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KW12 ARD, 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 KW12 ARD registered?

KW12 ARD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 12 October 2012.

Is KW12 ARD safe to buy?

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