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EM07 TOD

2012 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

71,065 mi
Last recorded71,065 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEM07 TOD
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 71,065 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 67,958 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 64,773 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 64,768 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

pad warning light on

Pass 4 Aug 2022 59,295 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 54,273 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 54,273 miles

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 52,180 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 20 Nov 2020 52,176 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 49,297 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2019 49,297 miles

Offside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 44,233 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 39,624 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 36,730 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 36,730 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 31,839 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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EM07 TOD 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 68.8%.

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 EM07 TOD, 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 EM07 TOD registered?

EM07 TOD is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 6 September 2012.

Is EM07 TOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EM07 TOD shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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