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SL62 KNU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Bronze Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

24,730 mi
Last recorded24,730 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL62 KNU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 24,730 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 23,363 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 21,967 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 20,707 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 19,741 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 19,149 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 18,102 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 16,835 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 15,186 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 15,186 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both edges bald (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both edges bald (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 11,469 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 8,828 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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SL62 KNU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Bronze with a 1,598cc petrol 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 SL62 KNU, 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 SL62 KNU?

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What year was SL62 KNU registered?

SL62 KNU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 December 2012.

Is SL62 KNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL62 KNU 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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