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MW62 BKX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

106,540 mi
Last recorded106,540 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW62 BKX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 106,540 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2025 106,540 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 93,885 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge SHOWING WEAR TO OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 88,026 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 81,281 miles

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 75,328 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2021 75,320 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm N/S/FRONT AND REAR (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/FRONT AND REAR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 70,305 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 x rear tyre /n/s front tyre close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Oct 2020 70,304 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 x rear tyre /n/s front tyre close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 64,821 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Dec 2019 64,821 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 56,972 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 50,583 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 41,515 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 37,460 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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MW62 BKX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MW62 BKX, 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 MW62 BKX registered?

MW62 BKX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 December 2012.

Is MW62 BKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW62 BKX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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