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WR12 KNL

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

128,883 mi
Last recorded128,883 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR12 KNL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 128,883 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 120,342 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 112,991 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 102,790 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 95,422 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 90,164 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 82,743 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Mar 2019 82,743 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2018 65,727 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 52,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread worn on the inside edge 205/50 R17 89W Run Flat (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread worn in the centre 205/50 R17 89W Run Flat (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread worn on the inside edge 205/50 R17 89W Run Flat (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread worn in the centre 205/50 R17 89W Run Flat (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 34,663 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 22 May 2015 32,250 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 May 2015 32,250 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 KNL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 KNL, 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 KNL registered?

WR12 KNL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 10 May 2012.

Is WR12 KNL safe to buy?

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