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EM08 SOP

2012 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

106,082 mi
Last recorded106,082 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEM08 SOP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 106,082 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2026 103,842 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 96,275 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 81,853 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 72,596 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 67,079 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 60,981 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Feb 2021 60,981 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 55,473 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 50,854 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 43,293 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 32,858 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 25,581 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 18,640 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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EM08 SOP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 EM08 SOP, 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

How do I check the history of EM08 SOP?

You can check the full history of EM08 SOP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EM08 SOP registered?

EM08 SOP is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is EM08 SOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EM08 SOP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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