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KW12 XKE

2012 BMW X1

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,087 mi
Last recorded79,087 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW X166,690 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW12 XKE
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024 79,087 miles

Engine bay/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Run flat tyre fitted on same axle with conventional tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has multiple cuts but no sign of cords (5.2.3 (e))

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

Under trays/covers fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Fail 5 Jun 2024 79,084 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Engine bay/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Offside Rear Run flat tyre fitted on same axle with conventional tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has multiple cuts but no sign of cords (5.2.3 (e))

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

Under trays/covers fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Pass 6 Jun 2023 71,032 miles

Engine bay/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Under trays/covers fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Fail 3 Jun 2023 70,883 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Back (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Back (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine bay/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Under trays/covers fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Pass 7 Jun 2022 61,452 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 51,115 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front bumper damaged

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))

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2020 43,843 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front tyre is worn close to legal limit

Offside Front tyre is worn close to legal limit

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 31 Jan 2019 38,350 miles

emissions too clean

Pass 27 Feb 2017 25,460 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 19,569 miles

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

rear tyres wearing low @ 3mm

Fail 14 Jun 2016 19,569 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

rear tyres wearing low @ 3mm

Pass 3 Jul 2015 11,465 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X1?

Based on 930,947 MOT tests across 114,866 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
6,836
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
114,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,863
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,459
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KW12 XKE is a 2012 BMW X1 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 66,690 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 X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KW12 XKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this BMW X1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KW12 XKE registered?

KW12 XKE is a 2012 BMW X1, first registered on 21 August 2012.

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