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KX62 UOV

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,563 mi
Last recorded73,563 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX62 UOV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 73,563 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022
Fail 28 Jul 2022

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

auxalary belt perrished

oil leak

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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KX62 UOV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KX62 UOV, 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 KX62 UOV?

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What year was KX62 UOV registered?

KX62 UOV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 November 2012.

Is KX62 UOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX62 UOV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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