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BF12 ZRT

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,166 mi
Last recorded40,166 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 ZRT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 40,166 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 40,164 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 39,952 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 39,891 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 39,346 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 38,070 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 35,443 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Feb 2020 35,443 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 32,705 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 28,503 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 23,938 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 21,365 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 16,235 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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BF12 ZRT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,979cc petrol 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 BF12 ZRT, 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 BF12 ZRT registered?

BF12 ZRT is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is BF12 ZRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 ZRT 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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