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BK12 LYP

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

72,585 mi
Last recorded72,585 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 LYP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 72,585 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2026 72,584 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 67,982 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 64,013 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2024 64,013 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 60,255 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2022 55,667 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2022 55,667 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 51,097 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 45,928 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 36,047 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 27 Jun 2018 29,129 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 22,486 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 21,294 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 17,109 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 13,417 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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BK12 LYP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BK12 LYP, 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 BK12 LYP registered?

BK12 LYP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is BK12 LYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 LYP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK12 LYP have outstanding finance?

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