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AF12 MVW

2012 BMW X1

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,521 mi
Last recorded121,521 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X166,690 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 MVW
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 121,521 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2025 121,521 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 119,504 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 104,165 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2023 104,165 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 94,979 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2022 94,979 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 80,589 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 80,589 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 76,575 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 73,113 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 67,094 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 57,697 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 48,358 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 41,993 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 37,131 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X1?

Based on 930,947 MOT tests across 114,866 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
6,836
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
114,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,863
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,459
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AF12 MVW is a 2012 BMW X1 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 66,690 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF12 MVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this BMW X1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF12 MVW registered?

AF12 MVW is a 2012 BMW X1, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is AF12 MVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 MVW shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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