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NJ62 KVA

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

17,267 mi
Last recorded17,267 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ62 KVA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 17,267 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Oct 2024 16,933 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2023 16,651 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

UNDER TRAY FITTED

Pass 24 Oct 2022 16,503 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 15,468 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 14,948 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 29 Oct 2020 14,948 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Oct 2019 14,461 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 13,722 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 13,057 miles

rear tyres cracking on side wall

Pass 29 Sep 2016 12,181 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking between tread

Offside Rear tyre cracking between tread

Fail 27 Sep 2016 12,180 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking between tread

Offside Rear tyre cracking between tread

Pass 6 Oct 2015 11,430 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking

Offside Front tyre cracking

Fail 6 Oct 2015 11,430 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front tyre cracking

Offside Front tyre cracking

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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NJ62 KVA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 NJ62 KVA, 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 NJ62 KVA?

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What year was NJ62 KVA registered?

NJ62 KVA is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 November 2012.

Is NJ62 KVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ62 KVA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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