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EK12 ZWF

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2021
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,365 mi
Last recorded59,365 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2020
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK12 ZWF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2020 59,365 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 55,890 miles

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

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2018 52,706 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 41,770 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 32,113 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 25,926 miles

Damage to centre stop light

Damage to rear bumper

Emissions to clean for smoke head to pick up

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

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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EK12 ZWF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EK12 ZWF, 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 EK12 ZWF registered?

EK12 ZWF is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 June 2012.

Is EK12 ZWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK12 ZWF shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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