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AF12 WSL

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,315 mi
Last recorded121,315 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 WSL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2023 121,315 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 121,292 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2022 109,599 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2021 98,992 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 94,406 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 82,560 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides and inner pads 60/65% worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Pass 25 Oct 2018 66,328 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 52,495 miles

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

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 31 Oct 2016 37,780 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2015 26,466 miles

Undertray fitted

Fail 14 Nov 2015 26,466 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Undertray fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2015 26,243 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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AF12 WSL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AF12 WSL, 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 AF12 WSL registered?

AF12 WSL is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is AF12 WSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 WSL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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