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A21 PBR

2012 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

129,796 mi
Last recorded129,796 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 PBR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 129,796 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2024 118,988 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 113,255 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 107,274 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 105,018 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Nov 2021 105,004 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side,front arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 96,508 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2019 91,831 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 86,287 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 76,811 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 57,397 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 44,239 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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A21 PBR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Blue 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 A21 PBR, 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 A21 PBR registered?

A21 PBR is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is A21 PBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 PBR 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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