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A20 EJV

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,972 mi
Last recorded116,972 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 EJV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2026 116,972 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 116,298 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 115,396 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 108,678 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))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 105,411 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 100,892 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 100,877 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 98,182 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 89,029 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 79,672 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 67,046 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn out on edge

Offside Front Tyre worn out on edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 54,273 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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A20 EJV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 A20 EJV, 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.

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What year was A20 EJV registered?

A20 EJV is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is A20 EJV safe to buy?

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