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WL62 KDO

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,054 mi
Last recorded40,054 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL62 KDO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2025 40,054 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2024 36,070 miles

condensation in headlamps

Pass 15 Nov 2023 31,155 miles

Offside Front condensation in headlamp

Pass 14 Nov 2022 27,226 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 24,299 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 21,047 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 18,506 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 15,160 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45R17 91w (RSC) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45R17 91w (RSC) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 9,490 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 5,758 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 2,020 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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WL62 KDO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WL62 KDO, 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 WL62 KDO?

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What year was WL62 KDO registered?

WL62 KDO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 November 2012.

Is WL62 KDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL62 KDO shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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