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RE62 KWS

2012 BMW 1 Series

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

76,579 mi
Last recorded76,579 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE62 KWS
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 76,579 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 69,369 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

front tyres worn smooth on edges

slight wear o0n front discs

Pass 26 Oct 2023 62,178 miles

front tyres slightly worn on outer edges

Pass 11 Oct 2022 54,693 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 47,698 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 47,698 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 42,532 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 38,425 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 33,696 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 29,006 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 24,197 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 19,279 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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RE62 KWS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Bronze with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RE62 KWS, 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 RE62 KWS registered?

RE62 KWS is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 October 2012.

Is RE62 KWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE62 KWS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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