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AJ12 DZB

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

150,640 mi
Last recorded150,640 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 DZB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 150,640 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 140,677 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 136,755 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 133,346 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 130,675 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 126,122 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 118,721 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 105,345 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 91,951 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 85,296 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

both front tyres are wearing thin on the edges

Pass 21 Apr 2016 70,566 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 70,566 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 55,105 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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AJ12 DZB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AJ12 DZB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ12 DZB registered?

AJ12 DZB is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is AJ12 DZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ12 DZB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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