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AA52 DEC

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

64,146 mi
Last recorded64,146 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA52 DEC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 64,146 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 58,751 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 58,595 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2024 54,081 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 47,488 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 41,639 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2021 36,497 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 36,497 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 36,014 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2019 35,760 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 31,601 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 29,711 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 28,453 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 25,918 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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AA52 DEC is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AA52 DEC, 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 AA52 DEC registered?

AA52 DEC is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 October 2012.

Is AA52 DEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA52 DEC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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