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EF12 BMO

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

140,097 mi
Last recorded140,097 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF12 BMO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2023 140,097 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect offside nearside (5.3.2 (d))

under trays cover fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2022 137,031 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 131,823 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 118,734 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 110,111 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 101,488 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 83,308 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 78,012 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Jul 2016 78,010 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 May 2015 68,121 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Run Flat tyres fitted to rear normal tyres on front

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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EF12 BMO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EF12 BMO, 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 EF12 BMO registered?

EF12 BMO is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 15 June 2012.

Is EF12 BMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF12 BMO shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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