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LN62 KRF

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,303 mi
Last recorded50,303 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN62 KRF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 50,303 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2025 50,303 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2024 39,426 miles

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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LN62 KRF 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 LN62 KRF, 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 LN62 KRF?

You can check the full history of LN62 KRF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LN62 KRF registered?

LN62 KRF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 November 2012.

Is LN62 KRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN62 KRF 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.

Does LN62 KRF have outstanding finance?

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