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DL12 GNX

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

148,729 mi
Last recorded148,729 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL12 GNX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 148,729 miles

Nearside Front Anti roll bar gaiter slightly worn,

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

Pass 19 Mar 2025 144,212 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Under tray/covers fitted.

Pass 14 Feb 2024 139,734 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Under tray/covers fitted.

Pass 15 Feb 2023 129,827 miles

covers and under trays fitted

front suspension arm bushes slightly deteriorated but not excessively

Pass 11 Feb 2022 115,883 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2022 115,793 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working Side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play Inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2021 106,872 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2021 106,872 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect water in headlight (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2020 90,404 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine cover fitted obscuring some components

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 6 Feb 2020 90,403 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine cover fitted obscuring some components

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 8 Feb 2019 72,009 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 61,919 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2016 39,539 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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DL12 GNX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DL12 GNX, 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 DL12 GNX registered?

DL12 GNX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 June 2012.

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