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WR12 KMU

2012 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

119,851 mi
Last recorded119,851 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR12 KMU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 119,851 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2025 114,073 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 111,692 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2022 106,647 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Mar 2022 106,647 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 101,822 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 99,385 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 86,094 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 72,452 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 57,868 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 44,576 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 28,762 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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WR12 KMU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Red 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 WR12 KMU, 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 WR12 KMU registered?

WR12 KMU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 May 2012.

Is WR12 KMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR12 KMU 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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