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KW12 RLZ

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

88,516 mi
Last recorded88,516 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW12 RLZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2022 88,516 miles

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

rear diff very noisy

Fail 12 Dec 2022 88,511 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

rear diff very noisy

Pass 11 Dec 2021 80,059 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 71,761 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 67,995 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 64,455 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 60,835 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 43,892 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 35,802 miles

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

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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KW12 RLZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RLZ, 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 RLZ registered?

KW12 RLZ is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 3 August 2012.

Is KW12 RLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW12 RLZ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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