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MW61 KFA

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

84,268 mi
Last recorded84,268 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW61 KFA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2023 84,268 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 79,620 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 79,620 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 76,645 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 71,875 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 65,961 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 62,438 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 62,438 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 55,967 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine cover-under tray fitted

Fail 9 Apr 2018 55,967 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid inop (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine cover-under tray fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2017 46,728 miles

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

both front & ns/r tyres wearing low on tread

engine cover-under trays fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2016 32,969 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 27,075 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 27,075 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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MW61 KFA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MW61 KFA, 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 MW61 KFA registered?

MW61 KFA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 February 2012.

Is MW61 KFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW61 KFA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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