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BB11 USK

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

88,108 mi
Last recorded88,108 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBB11 USK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 88,108 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 84,339 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective MOISTURE IN HEADLAMP (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view STONE CHIP (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 78,013 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 65,964 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 65,964 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 57,613 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 51,429 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 42,783 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 35,414 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 28,052 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 21,391 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 18,890 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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BB11 USK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol 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 BB11 USK, 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 BB11 USK registered?

BB11 USK is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is BB11 USK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BB11 USK 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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