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DS12 HZE

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

67,578 mi
Last recorded67,578 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 HZE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 67,578 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 66,086 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also out off shape (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 8 Nov 2024 66,081 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced full off condensation (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also out off shape (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 64,504 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 59,472 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Sep 2022 59,467 miles

Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board Exhaust manifold area Leaking fumes (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 55,571 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Blow from clamp from turbo to DPF (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 52,759 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2020 52,759 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2020 52,690 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 47,902 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases in engine bay - at DPF ? (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 43,091 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 22 Sep 2017 37,647 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

Pass 21 Sep 2016 30,489 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Tyres wearing on outer edges.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 23,967 miles

Both front tyres are wearing on edges

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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DS12 HZE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 DS12 HZE, 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 DS12 HZE registered?

DS12 HZE is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is DS12 HZE safe to buy?

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